Helmstetter Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Helmstetter Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $123,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$123,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $128,500 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $128,500 | 19 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $123,000 | 14 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Helmstetter Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Helmstetter Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $85,275 |
| Oregon | 3 | $37,725 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Food for Lane County | Food Bank | $20,000 |
| Pro Kids First Tee | Scholarship Fund for Alums. | $17,550 |
| UCLA Foundation | $10,000 to Men's Golf. $1,000 to Women's Golf. $1,000 to Communication Studies | $12,000 |
| Walk With Sally | General Operating Support | $10,250 |
| Voices For Children | Court Appointed Special Advocate Program. | $10,000 |
| Casa De Amparo | General Operating Support. | $10,000 |
| Monarch School Project | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Relief Nursery | Strenghten families & keep kids safe. | $10,000 |
| A Window Between Worlds | Scholarship for Youth Facilitator | $10,000 |
| University of Oregon Fdn | Wayne Morse Center | $7,725 |
| Vistamar School | Supplemental Moderated Tuition for Global Travel. | $4,000 |
| Airport Marina Counseling Service | Accessible mental health services and training. | $500 |
| Food Pantry LAX | Food Bank | $500 |
| Culver Palms Meals on Wheels | Meals for homebound seniors. | $475 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard C Helmstetter
- Deidre Sandvick
- Erik M Helmstetter
- Christine Helmstetter
- Clinton Sandvick
Questions people ask
Does Helmstetter Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Helmstetter Family Foundation give?
$123,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Helmstetter Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard C Helmstetter (President), Deidre Sandvick (Director), Erik M Helmstetter (Director) and Christine Helmstetter (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Helmstetter Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and food and hunger.