McGurk Foundation
Preselected recipients only
McGurk Foundation is a private foundation in Carlsbad, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $22,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $7,500. 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$22,500
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$471,443
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $20,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $18,000 | 2 | $385,316 |
| 2024 | $20,000 | 2 | $431,311 |
| 2025 | $22,500 | 3 | $471,443 |
How to apply
McGurk 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 McGurk Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $22,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Monarch School | Program support | $7,500 |
| The Honor Foundation | Program support | $7,500 |
| Women Vets - Wvop US Veterans Initiative | Program support | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Hylen
Questions people ask
Does McGurk Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McGurk Foundation give?
$22,500 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs McGurk Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Hylen (Foundation MGR.).
What does McGurk Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and veterans.