Pfister Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pfister Family Foundation is a private foundation in La Jolla, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $96,961 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $35,400. 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$96,961
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$35,400
- Assets$381,564
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $53,061 the year before.
20% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $53,061 | 5 | $418,567 |
| 2024 | $96,961 | 5 | $381,564 |
How to apply
Pfister Family 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 Pfister Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $71,961 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Bishop's School | General fund | $35,400 |
| Voices for Children | General fund | $27,500 |
| Wake Forest University | General fund | $25,000 |
| Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church | General fund | $8,561 |
| Las Patronas | General fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Pfister
- Kristi Pfister
Questions people ask
Does Pfister Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pfister Family Foundation give?
$96,961 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Pfister Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard Pfister (Ceo, Secretary, Treasurer) and Kristi Pfister (President).
What does Pfister Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.