Margaret R Seeley Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Margaret R Seeley Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in La Mesa, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $250,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$250,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was down from $255,000 the year before.
9% 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 | $205,000 | 13 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $255,000 | 17 | $5.3 million |
| 2025 | $250,000 | 13 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Margaret R Seeley PO Box 275, La Mesa, CA 91944 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (301) 882-2836 |
| What to submit | All applications should be submitted in writing to the above address. |
What Margaret R Seeley Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 2 | $100,000 |
| California | 6 | $80,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $45,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Park Foundation | Preserve national parks. | $50,000 |
| National Park Foundation | Preserve national parks. | $50,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation | Provides reproductive healthcare | $25,000 |
| San Diego Humane Society | Help animals in need. | $25,000 |
| Individual | Help cats in need. | $15,000 |
| Lions Tigers & Bears Big Cat and Exotic Animal Rescue | Help animals in need. | $15,000 |
| Rancho Coastal Humane Society | Help animals in need. | $15,000 |
| ASPCA | Assist animals in need. | $10,000 |
| Oceanside Museum of Art | Provide cultural exposure to community. | $10,000 |
| San Diego Botanic Garden | Protection of plants. | $10,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Assist animals in need. | $10,000 |
| Humane World for Animals | Assist animals in need. | $10,000 |
| Cabrillo National Monument Foundation | Provide support to the national park. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Margaret R Seeley
Questions people ask
Does Margaret R Seeley Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Margaret R Seeley Charitable Foundation give?
$250,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Margaret R Seeley Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Margaret R Seeley (Trustee).
What does Margaret R Seeley Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and animals.