Hermitage Santa Barbara
Preselected recipients only
Hermitage Santa Barbara is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $15,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$15,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$0
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $15,000 | 3 | $0 |
How to apply
Hermitage Santa Barbara 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Hermitage Santa Barbara funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NAMI Santa Barbara County | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Ganna Walska Lotusland | General purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Theodore Gardner
- Melora Scharf
- Julia Forester
- Abigail Schott
- Carl Kocher
- Randy Baldwin
- Bruce Biesman-Simons
- Leslie Gray
Questions people ask
Does Hermitage Santa Barbara accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hermitage Santa Barbara give?
$15,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Hermitage Santa Barbara?
Its 2024 filing lists Theodore Gardner (Ceo), Melora Scharf (Treasurer), Julia Forester (Director) and Abigail Schott (Secretary) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Hermitage Santa Barbara fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.