The Gretler Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gretler Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $302,500 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $130,000. 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$302,500
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$130,000
- Assets$18.4 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $550,000 the year before.
20% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $513,500 | 18 | $16.2 million |
| 2024 | $550,000 | 22 | $16.6 million |
| 2025 | $302,500 | 20 | $18.4 million |
How to apply
The Gretler 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 Gretler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 18 | $727,500 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $25,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Ucsb Foundation | 500k ad funds & 150k men's basketb | $130,000 |
| The Ucsb Foundation | Fund in econ & economic forecast pr | $130,000 |
| The Ucsb Foundation | Women's basketball | $125,000 |
| The Ucsb Foundation | Economic forecast project | $50,000 |
| The Ucsb Foundation | Social sciences deans fund | $50,000 |
| The Ucsb Foundation | Women's athletics excellence fund | $30,000 |
| The Ucsb Foundation | Ucsb propel scholars-studnt schlrshp | $30,000 |
| The Ucsb Foundation | Ucsb propel scholars-studnt schlrshp | $30,000 |
| Family Service Agency | Counseling services | $25,000 |
| Good News in Action Inc | New life christian school | $25,000 |
| The Ucsb Foundation | Gretler fellows | $25,000 |
| Sansum Diabetes Research Inst | Capital campaign | $20,000 |
| University of Arizona College of Optical Sciences | Winter school | $20,000 |
| Goleta Education Foundation | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Hope School District Education Fnd | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Santa Barbara Education Foundation | Teacher grants, steam capms, peac | $15,000 |
| Grace Fisher Foundation | Napa center therapy | $10,000 |
| Maryam Parnam Foundation | Napa center therapy pop-up | $10,000 |
| Sansum Diabetes Research Inst | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Ucsb Foundation | Volleyball locker room fund | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul A Graziano
- Harrison Croff
- Lindsay Leonard
Questions people ask
Does The Gretler Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gretler Foundation give?
$302,500 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Gretler Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul A Graziano (President &), Harrison Croff (Treasurer &) and Lindsay Leonard (Secretary).
What does The Gretler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and health.