Sutton Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sutton Family Foundation is a private foundation in Encinitas, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $139,250 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$139,250
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $123,500 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $119,500 | 29 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $123,500 | 31 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $139,250 | 22 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Sutton 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 Sutton Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 21 | $134,250 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Okizu Foundation | Supports families affected by childhood cancer | $25,000 |
| The UCLA Foundation | Education | $20,000 |
| Solutions for Change | Homelessness | $10,000 |
| Junipero Serra High School | Education | $9,500 |
| Ovation Theater | Arts | $9,000 |
| Individual | Housing, shelter/housing rehabilitation | $9,000 |
| Individual | Education | $6,750 |
| The Parish of St Matthews | Education | $6,000 |
| Casa of San Mateo | Disadvantaged youth | $5,000 |
| Punahou School | Education | $5,000 |
| Loyola High School | Education | $5,000 |
| Promises 2 Kids | Foster youth | $5,000 |
| Fit Kids | Promotes physical activity and mindfulness exercises for children | $5,000 |
| St Hilary School | Education | $4,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of the Peninsul | Youth organization | $4,000 |
| Dream Street Foundation | Supporting children and young adults with chronic or life threatening illnesses | $2,500 |
| St Paul's Episcopal Church | Religious | $2,000 |
| Individual | Senior citizen assistance | $2,000 |
| Hillsborough Garden Club | Environment | $2,000 |
| Menlo College | Education | $1,000 |
| Mono Lake Committee | Environment | $500 |
| City of Hope | Cancer research | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy Sutton
Questions people ask
Does Sutton Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sutton Family Foundation give?
$139,250 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Sutton Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Timothy Sutton (President).
What does Sutton Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and health.