The Diskant Famiy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Diskant Famiy Foundation is a private foundation in Carpinteria, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $166,428 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $71,428. 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$166,428
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$71,428
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $154,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $151,000 | 12 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $154,000 | 12 | $3.6 million |
| 2025 | $166,428 | 10 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
The Diskant Famiy 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 The Diskant Famiy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $153,928 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $10,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Foundation | Unrestricted | $71,428 |
| Santa Barbara Museum of Art | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Carpinteria Arts Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Casa Dorinda | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Dartmouth College | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Foodbank of Santa Barbara | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Heal the Ocean | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Santa Barbara Channelkeeper | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Yosemite Conservancy | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| The Manoa Heritage Center Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- George E Diskant III
Questions people ask
Does The Diskant Famiy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Diskant Famiy Foundation give?
$166,428 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Diskant Famiy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists George E Diskant III (Trustee).
What does The Diskant Famiy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and environment and conservation.