The Erica Crystal Patterson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Erica Crystal Patterson Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $7,535 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$7,535
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2,200 the year before.
67% 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 | $2,200 | 2 | $9,785 |
| 2024 | $7,535 | 6 | $0 |
How to apply
The Erica Crystal Patterson 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $3,535 |
| New York | 2 | $3,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pawesome Squad Inc | General donation | $2,000 |
| Food on Foot | General donation | $1,535 |
| Sweet Relief Musicians Fund | General donation | $1,000 |
| Medwish International | General donation | $1,000 |
| Thousand Smiles Foundation | General donation | $1,000 |
| Bedford Stuyvesant Vol Ambulance Co | General donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Patterson
- Samuel Crystal
- Barry Gellert
Questions people ask
Does The Erica Crystal Patterson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Erica Crystal Patterson Foundation give?
$7,535 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Erica Crystal Patterson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph Patterson (President), Samuel Crystal (Secretary) and Barry Gellert (Cfo).