Issa Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Issa Family Foundation is a private foundation in Vista, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.6 million in 41 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $400,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.6 million
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$34.3 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was down from $22.2 million the year before.
24% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.9 million | 71 | $49.3 million |
| 2024 | $22.2 million | 34 | $33.7 million |
| 2025 | $1.6 million | 41 | $34.3 million |
How to apply
Issa 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 Issa Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 35 | $1.4 million |
| Virginia | 2 | $65,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $10,750 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Solutions for Change | Annual giving | $400,000 |
| St Anthony Orthodox Christian Church | Annual giving | $250,000 |
| National Conflict Resolution Center | Annual giving | $175,000 |
| Leap to Success | Annual giving | $75,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Vista | Annual giving | $70,000 |
| Interfaith Community Services | Annual giving | $70,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Annual giving | $50,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Annual giving | $50,000 |
| New Haven Youth & Family Services | Annual giving | $40,000 |
| San Diego Food Bank | Annual giving | $35,000 |
| Angels Foster Family Network | Annual giving | $30,000 |
| Feeding San Diego | Annual giving | $30,000 |
| Moonlight Cultural Foundation | Annual giving | $25,000 |
| Operation Hope North County | Annual giving | $25,000 |
| Palomar College Foundation | Annual giving | $25,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Northwest San Diego County | Annual giving | $20,000 |
| Just in Time for Foster Youth | Grant | $20,000 |
| Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation | Annual giving | $15,000 |
| Promises to Kids | Annual giving | $15,000 |
| Semper Fi & America's Fund | Annual giving | $15,000 |
| Elderhelp of San Diego | Annual giving | $10,000 |
| Ivey Ranch Park Association | Annual giving | $10,000 |
| Monarch School | Annual giving | $10,000 |
| Naperville Heritage Society | Annual giving | $10,000 |
| Project Next | Annual giving | $10,000 |
| San Diego Wildlife Alliance | Annual giving | $10,000 |
| Second Chance | Annual giving | $10,000 |
| Vista Community Clinic | Annual giving | $10,000 |
| Life Perspectives | Grant | $7,500 |
| Scripps Health Foundation | Annual giving | $7,500 |
| Las Patronas | Annual giving | $6,000 |
| North County Education Foundation | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| YMCA Joe & Mary Mottino Family YMCA | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| Red Star Riders | Annual giving | $2,500 |
| Kiwanis Club of Sunrise Vista | Annual giving | $1,500 |
| San Diego Humane Society | Annual giving | $1,000 |
| Vista Optimist Foundation | Annual giving | $1,000 |
| Northwestern University | Annual giving | $750 |
| Orange County Food Bank | Annual giving | $450 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | Annual giving | $450 |
Officers and trustees
- Katharine S Issa
Questions people ask
Does Issa Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Issa Family Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2025, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Issa Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Katharine S Issa (President).
What does Issa Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and human services.