Kavanaugh Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kavanaugh Family Foundation is a private foundation in La Jolla, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $38,342 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$38,342
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$907,202
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,242 the year before.
58% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $8,453 | 8 | $714,973 |
| 2024 | $30,242 | 21 | $780,069 |
| 2025 | $38,342 | 26 | $907,202 |
How to apply
Kavanaugh 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 Kavanaugh Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $29,842 |
| Texas | 3 | $4,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| La Jolla Plahouse | General support | $5,000 |
| Feeding San Diego | General support | $4,342 |
| Irish Outreach Center | General support | $2,500 |
| The Bishops School | General support | $2,500 |
| Texas A&m | General support | $2,500 |
| Nurtured by Nature | General support | $2,000 |
| Our Mother of Confidence | General support | $1,500 |
| San Diego Museum of Art | General support | $1,500 |
| Somfabradys Childrens Hospital | General support | $1,500 |
| MIT | General supportgeneral support | $1,000 |
| Regis High School | General support | $1,000 |
| Slu | General support | $1,000 |
| Tarleton State Univ | General support | $1,000 |
| Western Washington Univ | General support | $1,000 |
| C2K | General support | $1,000 |
| Community Fund of Texas Hill Country | General support | $1,000 |
| Frosted Faces | General support | $1,000 |
| Lions Tigers Bears | General support | $1,000 |
| Midway Museum | General support | $1,000 |
| Shelter to Soldier | General support | $1,000 |
| Uso | General support | $1,000 |
| Way Home for Dogs | General support | $1,000 |
| Mt Soledad National Vets Memorial | General support | $500 |
| Comic-Con Museum | General support | $500 |
| Maritime Museum | General support | $500 |
| Workshop for Warriors | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Arthur and Lynn Kavanaugh
Questions people ask
Does Kavanaugh Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kavanaugh Family Foundation give?
$38,342 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Kavanaugh Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Arthur and Lynn Kavanaugh (Director).
What does Kavanaugh Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.