The Foundation for Social Responsibility
Preselected recipients only
The Foundation for Social Responsibility is a private foundation in Santa Cruz, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $44,700 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,550 and the largest $15,000. 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$44,700
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,550
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees69%
Giving in 2024 was down from $69,640 the year before.
69% 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 | $69,640 | 15 | $0 |
| 2024 | $44,700 | 16 | $0 |
How to apply
The Foundation for Social Responsibility 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 The Foundation for Social Responsibility funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 3 | $11,000 |
| New York | 6 | $8,600 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $3,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $1,100 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Portland Food Cupboard | Support for general mission | $15,000 |
| Second Harvest of Santa Cruz | Support for General Mission | $5,000 |
| Give Well | Support for general mission | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Support for General Mission | $3,000 |
| Doctors without Borders | Support for General Mission | $3,000 |
| National Domestic Alliance | Support for general mission | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | Support for General Mission | $2,000 |
| Mother Jones Foundation | Support for general mission | $2,000 |
| Heifer International | Support for general mission | $1,100 |
| Public Citizen | Support for General Mission | $1,000 |
| Pro Publica | Support for general mission | $1,000 |
| Immigration Equality | Support for general mission | $1,000 |
| Envision Freedom Fund | Support for general mission | $1,000 |
| Center for Investigative Reporting | Support for general mission | $1,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Support for general mission | $1,000 |
| Welfare Warriors | Support for general mission | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Martin Rist
- Bonnie Brunet
- Erik Rist
- John Sweeten
- Thomas Davies Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Foundation for Social Responsibility accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Foundation for Social Responsibility give?
$44,700 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,550.
Who runs The Foundation for Social Responsibility?
Its 2024 filing lists Martin Rist (Executive Dir.), Bonnie Brunet (Director), Erik Rist (Director) and John Sweeten (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Foundation for Social Responsibility fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.