Kindergarten Unit Inc
Preselected recipients only
Kindergarten Unit Inc is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $30,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$30,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$693,212
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $30,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $28,362 | 3 | $614,159 |
| 2024 | $30,000 | 3 | $643,704 |
| 2025 | $30,000 | 3 | $693,212 |
How to apply
Kindergarten Unit 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 Kindergarten Unit Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $20,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Care International | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Mercy Corps | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Destined for Grace | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) exempt purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Martha Rugg
- Sally Lewis
- Trisha Daggett
Questions people ask
Does Kindergarten Unit Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kindergarten Unit Inc give?
$30,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Kindergarten Unit Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Martha Rugg (President), Sally Lewis (Treasurer) and Trisha Daggett (Secretary).
What does Kindergarten Unit Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.