Rudi and Berta Schulte Angels Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Rudi and Berta Schulte Angels Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $116,800 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $55,000. 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$116,800
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $86,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $93,400 | 16 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $86,000 | 14 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $116,800 | 14 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Rudi and Berta Schulte Angels Charitable Trust 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 Rudi and Berta Schulte Angels Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $112,800 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Zona Seca Inc | Public service support | $55,000 |
| Coastlands Church | Public service support | $25,500 |
| American European Bethel Mission | Public service support | $12,000 |
| Los Elegies Ministries | Public service support | $8,000 |
| Mustard Seed Cottage | Public service support | $5,000 |
| All Things Possible Ministries | Public service support | $3,000 |
| Santa Barbara High School | Public service support | $2,000 |
| Bridge Central Coast Church | Public service support | $1,000 |
| Girl's Inc | Public service support | $1,000 |
| Kingdom Causes Inc | Public service support | $1,000 |
| Mission to the World | Public service support | $1,000 |
| Music Academy of the West | Public service support | $1,000 |
| Franklin Elementary School | Public service support | $800 |
| Oaks Parent-Child Workshop | Public service support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Berta A Schulte
- Michael R Franzen Cpa
Questions people ask
Does Rudi and Berta Schulte Angels Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rudi and Berta Schulte Angels Charitable Trust give?
$116,800 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Rudi and Berta Schulte Angels Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Berta A Schulte (Co-Trustee) and Michael R Franzen Cpa (Co-Trustee).
What does Rudi and Berta Schulte Angels Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.