Kaufman Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Kaufman Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $53,315 in 72 grants; the typical grant was $175 and the largest $7,200. 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$53,315
- Number of grants72
- Typical grant$175
- Largest grant$7,200
- Assets$909,720
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $51,521 the year before.
11% of its 2025 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 | $50,551 | 76 | $908,302 |
| 2024 | $51,521 | 74 | $912,959 |
| 2025 | $53,315 | 72 | $909,720 |
How to apply
Kaufman Foundation Inc 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 Kaufman Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 20 | $21,050 |
| California | 33 | $20,639 |
| North Carolina | 6 | $5,650 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,826 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,250 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $250 |
| Alabama | 2 | $200 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation | Unrestricted | $7,200 |
| Congregation B'nai B'rith | Unrestricted | $6,530 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Boca Raton Regional Hospital | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Lees McRae Forum | Unrestricted | $1,850 |
| Western Reserve Academy | Unrestricted | $1,826 |
| Freedom 4 Youth | Unrestricted | $1,750 |
| University of Miami | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Alpert Jewish Family Service | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Mowa | Unrestricted | $1,250 |
| Artist Advocacy Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Adopt-A-Family | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Health First Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| High Country United Way | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Lees McRae President's Circle | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Lobero Theater Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| South Palm Beach County Jewish Federation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| St Jude's | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Health Information Project | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Boca Helping Hands | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| High Country Charitable Foundation | Unrestricted | $800 |
| Avery County Humane Society | Unrestricted | $750 |
| Feeding South Florida | Unrestricted | $750 |
| Peggy Adams Rescue League | Unrestricted | $750 |
| University School | Unrestricted | $700 |
| First Tee | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Santa Barbara Athletic Round Table | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Santa Barbara Jewish Federation | Unrestricted | $500 |
| University of Southern California | Unrestricted | $400 |
| Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Laguna Blanca Schoolannual Fund | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Resqcats | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Vna Health | Unrestricted | $250 |
| University of Portland | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Unrestricted | $200 |
| Foodbank of Santa Barbara County | Unrestricted | $150 |
| Sansum Diabetes Research Institute | Unrestricted | $150 |
| Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History | Unrestricted | $109 |
| Acorn Productions | Unrestricted | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- James Kaufman
- Jill Miller
- Joel A Kaufman
- Jody Kaufman
Questions people ask
Does Kaufman Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kaufman Foundation Inc give?
$53,315 in tax year 2025, across 72 grants, with a typical grant of $175.
Who runs Kaufman Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists James Kaufman (President), Jill Miller (Vice President), Joel A Kaufman (Secretary) and Jody Kaufman (Treasurer).
What does Kaufman Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.