S A F E Foundation
Preselected recipients only
S A F E Foundation is a private foundation in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $6,211 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $102 and the largest $750. 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$6,211
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$102
- Largest grant$750
- Assets$63,034
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was down from $8,239 the year before.
41% 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 | $8,239 | 17 | $52,884 |
| 2024 | $6,211 | 28 | $63,034 |
How to apply
S A F E 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 S A F E Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 5 | $2,300 |
| California | 11 | $1,611 |
| New York | 5 | $1,200 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $250 |
| Florida | 1 | $100 |
| Texas | 1 | $100 |
| Arizona | 1 | $75 |
| Maryland | 1 | $75 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Wildlife Federation | Unrestricted contribution | $750 |
| ASPCA | Unrestricted contribution | $500 |
| Peta | Unrestricted contribution | $500 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Unrestricted contribution | $500 |
| North Shore Animal League America | Unrestricted Contribution | $500 |
| Peta | Unrestricted Contribution | $500 |
| Humane Society of the United States | Unrestricted contribution | $300 |
| Baja Animal Sanctuary | Unrestricted Contribution | $258 |
| Hope For Paws Rescue | Unrestricted Contribution | $250 |
| Stray Rescue of St Louis | Unrestricted Contribution | $250 |
| New Beginnings for Animals | Unrestricted Contribution | $250 |
| Boxer Rescue LA | Unrestricted Contribution | $250 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Unrestricted contribution | $200 |
| Blue Bell Foundation for Cats | Unrestricted Contribution | $103 |
| Dawg | Unrestricted contribution | $100 |
| Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue | Unrestricted Contribution | $100 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Unrestricted Contribution | $100 |
| K9s For Warriors | Unrestricted Contribution | $100 |
| Orange County Police Canine Associa | Unrestricted Contribution | $100 |
| National Resource Defense Council | Unrestricted contribution | $75 |
| Sierra Club | Unrestricted contribution | $75 |
| Spcai | Unrestricted contribution | $75 |
| National Audubon Society | Unrestricted Contribution | $75 |
| Ironwood Pig Sanctuary | Unrestricted Contribution | $75 |
| Alley Cat Allies | Unrestricted Contribution | $75 |
| Saddleback Valley Humane Society | Unrestricted contribution | $50 |
| Farm Sanctuary | Unrestricted Contribution | $50 |
| Trout Unlimited | Unrestricted Contribution | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen Loukides
Questions people ask
Does S A F E Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does S A F E Foundation give?
$6,211 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $102.
Who runs S A F E Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Karen Loukides (President).
What does S A F E Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals and environment and conservation.