Raintree Foundation
Accepts applications
Raintree Foundation is a private foundation in Goleta, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 32 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $305,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.2 million
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$305,000
- Assets$8.6 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
50% 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 | $1.2 million | 20 | $7.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 32 | $8.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | James A Frank Presidentcfo 1255 Frank Ranch Road, Goleta, CA 93117 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (805) 967-7964 |
| What to submit | Letter form, including exempt status and social value of program for which the grant is being requested. |
| Restrictions | Prefer to grant proposals within santa barbara county, for programs related to education, health care and youth activities. Other proposals are considered on merit. |
What Raintree Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 24 | $908,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $100,000 |
| Wyoming | 3 | $65,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $65,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $2,490 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Regents of the University of California | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $305,000 |
| California Polytechnic State University Foundation | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $300,000 |
| Washington State University Foundation | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| Grand Teton Association | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $55,000 |
| Yosemite Foundation DBA Yosemite Conservancy | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $55,000 |
| Los Padres Boy Scouts of America | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $51,500 |
| Direct Relief | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| Grand Canyon Conservancy | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| Santa Barbara City College Foundation | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Ucsb Foundation | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Save the Redwoods League | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Grand Canyon Youth | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Foodbank of Santa Barbara County Inc | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| American Avalanche Association | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| California Narcotic Officers' Association | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Child Abuse Listening Mediation Inc | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Community Foundation of Jackson Hole | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Gaviota Coast Conservancy | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Los Padres Forest Association | Manzana school house | $5,000 |
| Nature Track Foundation Inc | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Santa Barbara County Search and Rescue | Project life saver | $5,000 |
| Santa Barbara Natural History Museum | Educational offerings | $5,000 |
| Santa Barbara Police Activities League | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Teton County Search & Rescue Foundation | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Wilderness Youth Project Inc | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Los Padres Forest Watch | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Santa Ynez Valley Airport Authority | Airport scholarship | $5,000 |
| Westmont College | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Santa Barbara Maritime Museum | Santa barbara harbor deepwater diving monument | $5,000 |
| University of Maine Foundation | Scholarship for logan cook | $2,490 |
| Santa Barbara Botanic Garden | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Vna Health | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- James A Frank
- Jessica Frank
- Ellicott Million
Questions people ask
Does Raintree Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Raintree Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Raintree Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James A Frank (President/Cfo), Jessica Frank (Vice President) and Ellicott Million (Secretary).
What does Raintree Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and youth programs.