Peggy and Robert Matthews Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Peggy and Robert Matthews Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $315,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$315,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$5.3 million
- New grantees88%
Giving in 2024 was up from $240,000 the year before.
88% 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 | $240,000 | 17 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $315,000 | 16 | $5.3 million |
How to apply
Peggy and Robert Matthews 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Peggy and Robert Matthews Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 16 | $315,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vista Hill Foundation | General purpose | $40,000 |
| San Diego Parks Foundation | General purpose | $25,000 |
| The San Diego River Park Foundation | General purpose | $25,000 |
| YWCA of San Diego County | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Access Youth Academy | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Artsbusxpress | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Boys to Men Mentoring Network Inc | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Elderhelp of San Diego | General purpose | $20,000 |
| United Way of San Diego County | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Veterans Association of North County | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Moonlight Cultural Foundation | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Old Globe Theatre | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Serving Seniors | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Urban Street Angels Inc | General purpose | $15,000 |
| La Jolla Symphony & Chorus Association | General purpose | $10,000 |
| San Diego Symphony Orchestra Association | General purpose | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Diane Stocker
- Sandra Maas
- Anthony Maus
- Elaine Hall
- Steve Pitchkolan
Questions people ask
Does Peggy and Robert Matthews Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Peggy and Robert Matthews Foundation give?
$315,000 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Peggy and Robert Matthews Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Diane Stocker (President, Director, Secretary), Sandra Maas (Director), Anthony Maus (Treasurer, Director) and Elaine Hall (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Peggy and Robert Matthews Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and youth programs.