The Lockridge Charitable Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Lockridge Charitable Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Studio City, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $579,793 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $237,944. 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$579,793
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$237,944
- Assets$15.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $464,676 the year before.
33% 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 | $422,454 | 11 | $14.1 million |
| 2024 | $464,676 | 17 | $14.8 million |
| 2025 | $579,793 | 21 | $15.6 million |
How to apply
The Lockridge Charitable Foundation Trust 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 Lockridge Charitable Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 2 | $262,944 |
| California | 9 | $255,349 |
| New York | 4 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $21,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado School of Mines Foundation | Blaster/legacy scholarship | $237,944 |
| A Place Called Home | Educational | $145,000 |
| La LGBT Center | Health care, social svc, comm programs, etc | $77,599 |
| Our Rescue | Survivor care support | $25,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Disaster relief | $10,000 |
| World Food Program USA | Hospital ships | $10,000 |
| True West Center | Development of firm and arts | $10,000 |
| UNICEF | Disaster relief | $10,000 |
| No Kid Hungry | Children's hunger relief | $5,000 |
| Chop's Teen Club | Music/sports renovations | $5,000 |
| Chrysalis | Workforce barrier services | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Disaster relief | $5,000 |
| Food on Foot | Disaster relief | $5,000 |
| Int'l Rescue Committee | Disaster relief | $5,000 |
| Palestine Children Relief Fund | Free medical care to children of the middle east | $5,000 |
| Save the Children | Disaster relief | $5,000 |
| St Jude's Childrens Research Hospital | Children's medical research | $5,000 |
| Amfar | Animal relief | $5,000 |
| Oscar's Place | Animal relief | $2,500 |
| Nat'l Multiple Sclerosis Society | Ms | $1,500 |
| Southern California Public Radio (Laist) | Educational | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Nick Small
- Eric Small
Questions people ask
Does The Lockridge Charitable Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lockridge Charitable Foundation Trust give?
$579,793 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Lockridge Charitable Foundation Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Nick Small (Trustee) and Eric Small (Trustee).
What does The Lockridge Charitable Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and human services.