Rudi Schulte Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rudi Schulte Family Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $500,402 in 69 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$500,402
- Number of grants69
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$11.0 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was up from $438,254 the year before.
35% of its 2025 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 | $581,570 | 78 | $9.8 million |
| 2024 | $438,254 | 68 | $10.0 million |
| 2025 | $500,402 | 69 | $11.0 million |
How to apply
Rudi Schulte 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 Rudi Schulte Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 56 | $446,402 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $13,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $4,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 2 | $1,800 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $1,700 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network in | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $60,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $30,000 |
| Solvang Friendship House | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $25,000 |
| Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $25,000 |
| Young America's Foundation | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $20,000 |
| Uc San Diego Foundation | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $20,000 |
| Jasmine Star Foundation | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $15,000 |
| Santa Barbara County Veterans | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $15,000 |
| Flora Vista Elementary PTA | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $15,000 |
| Ariel Theatrical Inc | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $10,000 |
| Challenged Athletes Inc | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $10,000 |
| Santa Barbara Veterans Foundation | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $10,000 |
| Solvang Festival Theater | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $10,000 |
| Atlas Animal Rescue | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $10,000 |
| Individual | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $10,000 |
| Pedal the Cause | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $10,000 |
| Waldorf School of Santa Barbara | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $10,000 |
| Amazing Strays Rescue | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $10,000 |
| Uc Berkeley Foundation | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $10,000 |
| Santa Barbara Zoological Foundation | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $8,252 |
| Old Mission Santa Ines | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $8,000 |
| Colab Foundation | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $7,000 |
| ONE805 Inc | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $6,500 |
| Santa Ynez Valley Rotary Club | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $5,750 |
| St Raphael School | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $5,700 |
| Individual | Animal zone | $5,000 |
| Safety Town of Santa Barbara | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $5,000 |
| California Surf Museum | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $5,000 |
| Communify | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $5,000 |
| Santa Rosa Junior College Foundatio | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $5,000 |
| The 9 Foundation | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $5,000 |
| Open Hearts for Orphans | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $5,000 |
| Solepurpose Foundation Inc | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $5,000 |
| VTLT Foundation | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $5,000 |
| Camp Rainbow Gold | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $5,000 |
| Friends of the MBHD | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $5,000 |
| Individual | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $5,000 |
| Individual | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $5,000 |
| Maker House | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $5,000 |
| Individual | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(c)(3) EXEMPT PURPOSE | $4,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul S Schulte
- Peter R Schulte
- Sylvia M Molony
- Henry G Schulte
- Mark M Aijian
Questions people ask
Does Rudi Schulte Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rudi Schulte Family Foundation give?
$500,402 in tax year 2025, across 69 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Rudi Schulte Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul S Schulte (President), Peter R Schulte (Vice President), Sylvia M Molony (Assistant VP) and Henry G Schulte (Secretary/Treas) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Rudi Schulte Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, veterans and education.