The McCain Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The McCain Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $45,648 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $6,500. 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$45,648
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$6,500
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was up from $41,730 the year before.
10% of its 2024 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 | $41,730 | 44 | $894,542 |
| 2024 | $45,648 | 42 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
The McCain 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 McCain Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 20 | $25,388 |
| Rhode Island | 11 | $8,000 |
| New York | 3 | $3,907 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,428 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,907 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $518 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Beach Christian Church | General | $6,500 |
| Brady United Against Gun Violence | General | $1,909 |
| Freedom From Religion | General | $1,907 |
| Planned Parenthood of Los Angeles | General | $1,907 |
| Propublica | General | $1,907 |
| The Trevor Project | General | $1,907 |
| Open Arms Pregnancy Center | General | $1,837 |
| Grace Baptist Church | General | $1,500 |
| Greater la Zoo Association | General | $1,500 |
| First Christian Church of Burbank | General | $1,250 |
| Crossroads Community Church | General | $1,200 |
| ACLU | General | $1,000 |
| Amos House | General | $1,000 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | General | $1,000 |
| Community Libraries of Providence | General | $1,000 |
| Crossroads Rhode Island | General | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General | $1,000 |
| Homeboy Industries | General | $1,000 |
| La Salle Academy | General | $1,000 |
| Mend | General | $1,000 |
| Out of Eden Walk | General | $1,000 |
| Pacific Battleship Center | General | $1,000 |
| Rhode Island Community Food Bank | General | $1,000 |
| Texas Christian University | General | $1,000 |
| Shoreline Community Services | General | $750 |
| Meals on Wheels | General | $700 |
| Community Christian Service Agency | General | $537 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | General | $519 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General | $518 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Providence | General | $500 |
| Camp Ronald McDonald | General | $500 |
| Hume Lake Christian Camps | General | $500 |
| Interfaith Shelter Network | General | $500 |
| KCRW | General | $500 |
| Laistsouthern Ca Public Radio | General | $500 |
| Meeting Street | General | $500 |
| Mom's in Prayer Intl | General | $500 |
| Planned Parenthood of South Atlantic | General | $500 |
| The French American School | General | $500 |
| The San Diego Coasters | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lillian McCain
- James McCain
- Susan Tyssee
- Laura Daly
- Valerie McCain
Questions people ask
Does The McCain Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The McCain Family Foundation give?
$45,648 in tax year 2024, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The McCain Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lillian McCain (Trustee), James McCain (Trustee), Susan Tyssee (Trustee) and Laura Daly (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The McCain Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and food and hunger.