Laurie C McGrath Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Laurie C McGrath Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.8 million in 48 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $487,175. 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$2.8 million
- Number of grants48
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$487,175
- Assets$69.3 million
- New grantees51%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.3 million the year before.
51% of its 2024 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 | $3.3 million | 38 | $61.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.8 million | 48 | $69.3 million |
How to apply
Laurie C McGrath 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 Laurie C McGrath Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 26 | $1.4 million |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $457,413 |
| Colorado | 1 | $256,027 |
| Texas | 1 | $201,015 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $161,179 |
| Florida | 6 | $126,264 |
| Utah | 6 | $107,023 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50,935 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sharp Healthcare Foundation | Assistance with sharp healthcare hospital tower by donation of 4,140 shares of hartford financial group on 12/9/24 (book value of $263,747 - original cost method, fmv of $487,174 - hi/low method) | $487,175 |
| Planned Parenthood Los Angeles | Assistance with access to abortion & women's health by donation of 5,065 shares of cisco systems on 12/12/24 (book value of $262,909 - original cost method, fmv of $299772 - hi/low method) | $299,772 |
| The Wild Animal Sanctuary | Rescue and care anumal sanctuary by donation of 1,248 shares of cintas stock on 9/27/24 (book value of $108,950 - original cost method, fmv of $256027 - hi/low method) | $256,027 |
| Abortion Care Network | Assistance with access to abortion & choice by donation of 1,915 shares of emerson electric on 12/12/24 (book value of $176,685 - original cost method, fmv of $251,104 - hi/low method) | $251,104 |
| Black Women for Wellness | Assistance with pro-choice and women health by donation of 1,910 shares of emerson electric on 12/13/24 (book value of $169,571 - original cost method, fmv of $249,818 - hi/low method) | $249,818 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas | Assistance with sex education & access to abortion by donation of 1,533 shares of emerson electric on 12/12/24 (book value of $150,213 - original cost method, fmv of $201,015 - hi/low method) | $201,015 |
| Chimp Haven | Assistance of animal sanctuary by donation of 660 shares of marathon petroleum on 12/9/24 (book value of $41,800 - original cost method, fmv of $101399 - hi/low method) | $101,399 |
| Center for A Humane Economy | Assistance to end animal testing by donation of 970 shares of conoco phillips on 12/9/24 (book value of $54,507 - original cost method, fmv of $100,846 - hi/low method) | $100,846 |
| Peta | Assistance with animal rescue and shelter by donation of 4,650 shares of ares capital on 12/13/24 (book value of $85,099 - original cost method, fmv of $100,463 - hi/low method) | $100,463 |
| Chimp Haven | Assistance of animal sanctuary by donation of 575 shares of conoco philips on 12/9/24 (book value of $33,441 - original cost method, fmv of $59,780 - hi/low method) | $59,780 |
| Project Chimps | Assistance with animal sanctuary by donation of 2,280 shares of ares capital on 12/9/24 (book value of $42,445 - original cost method, fmv of $50,935 - hi/low method) | $50,935 |
| Save the Chimps | Assistance with animal sanctuary by donation of 2,280 shares of ares capital on 12/9/24 (book value of $42,445 - original cost method, fmv of $50,935 - hi/low method) | $50,935 |
| Animals Asiacaf America | Assistance of animal sanctuary by donation of 500 shares of conoco philips on 12/12/24 (book value of $30,657 - original cost method, fmv of $50873 - hi/low method) | $50,873 |
| Soi Dog Foundation | Assistance to improve lives of dogs and cats in asia by donation of 2,280 shares of ares capital on 12/12/24 (book value of $42,445 - original cost method, fmv of $50,935 - hi/low method) | $50,525 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Assitance with animal sancturay by donation of 485 shares of conoco philips on 12/9/24 (book value of $28,899 - original cost method, fmv of $50,423 - hi/low method) | $50,423 |
| Junior Achievment of San Diego | Assistance with financial education by donation of 2,320 shares of ares capital on 12/13/24 (book value of $43,190 - original cost method, fmv of $50124,241 - hi/low method) | $50,124 |
| San Diego Museum of Art | Sponsor art alive | $50,000 |
| Center for Great Apes | Assistance of animal sanctuary by donation of 325 shares of marathon petroleum corp on 12/10/24 (book value of $20,970 - original cost method, fmv of $49329 - hi/low method) | $49,329 |
| Just in Time Foster Youth | Children & family services | $25,000 |
| Lions Tigers and Bears | Animal sanctuary | $25,000 |
| McGrath Family YMCA | Youth & family programs | $25,000 |
| Mission Valley YMCA | Youth & family programs | $25,000 |
| National Ability Center | Assistance to physically challenged | $25,000 |
| National Disaster Search Dog Foundation | Train rescue dogs | $25,000 |
| Peace House | Abused women & children | $20,000 |
| Farm Sanctuary | Animal rescue and sanctuary | $15,000 |
| San Diego Museum of Art | Promote appreciation of art | $15,000 |
| Arm Sanctuary Inc | Animal sanctuary | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of East County | After school programs | $10,000 |
| Horses of Tir NA Nog | Horse & animal rescue | $10,000 |
| Mercy for Animals | Prevent cruelty to farm animals | $10,000 |
| San Diego Musical Theater | Support community theater | $10,000 |
| Sharp Hospice Care | End of life support | $10,000 |
| South Florida Wildlife Center | Animal rescue & sanctuary | $10,000 |
| Peace House | Abused women & children | $6,350 |
| Anmial Recovery Mission | Eliminating extreme animal cruelty | $5,000 |
| East County Animal Rescue | Animal rescue and shelter | $5,000 |
| Girl Scouts of America | Girl empowerment & leadership | $5,000 |
| Peace House | Abused women & children | $5,000 |
| Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine | Alternatvie anti-bodies | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laurie C McGrath
- Edward A Mendis
Questions people ask
Does Laurie C McGrath Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Laurie C McGrath Foundation give?
$2.8 million in tax year 2024, across 48 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs Laurie C McGrath Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Laurie C McGrath (President, Director, Secretary) and Edward A Mendis (Chief Financial Officer).
What does Laurie C McGrath Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, animals and education.