The Greene Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Greene Family Foundation is a private foundation in Montecito, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $198,500 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 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$198,500
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was down from $199,500 the year before.
9% 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 | $171,200 | 21 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $199,500 | 21 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $198,500 | 22 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
The Greene 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 The Greene Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 21 | $173,500 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lupus Research Alliance | General | $25,000 |
| Storyteller Children Center Inc | General | $20,000 |
| Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation | General | $20,000 |
| Girls Inc of Greater Santa Barbara | General | $17,000 |
| St Vincents-Paths | General | $15,000 |
| Hearts Aligned Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation (Tri-Counties) | General | $10,000 |
| Royal Pride Foundation | General | $9,500 |
| Angels Foster Care of Santa Barbara | General | $7,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Santa Barbara | General | $7,000 |
| Casa of Santa Barbara | General | $7,000 |
| Casa Pacifica | General | $7,000 |
| Freedom 4 Youth | General | $7,000 |
| Santa Barbara School of Squash | General | $6,000 |
| Arts Mentorship Program | General | $5,000 |
| Moxi | General | $5,000 |
| Postpartum Education for Parents | General | $5,000 |
| Santa Ynez Valley Therapeudic Riding | General | $5,000 |
| Santa Barbara Public Library Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities Inc | General | $2,500 |
| Friendship Paddle | General | $2,500 |
| Surf Happens Foundation | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ted Greene
- Nicole Sterndahl
- Larame Greene
Questions people ask
Does The Greene Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Greene Family Foundation give?
$198,500 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs The Greene Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ted Greene (Treasurer), Nicole Sterndahl (Vice President) and Larame Greene (President).
What does The Greene Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.