The Nurture Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Nurture Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $178,078 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$178,078
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$5.3 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $169,002 the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 | $169,002 | 28 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $178,078 | 28 | $5.3 million |
How to apply
The Nurture 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 Nurture Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 26 | $170,415 |
| Missouri | 2 | $7,663 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Crane Country Day School | Endowment | $30,000 |
| Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation | Provides financial and emotional support to families of children with cancer | $30,000 |
| Storyteller Children's Center | Provide kindergarten readiness to homeless kids | $18,000 |
| Girls Inc of Carpinteria | Provide inspiration for girls | $13,000 |
| Girls Inc of Greater Santa Barbara | Provide inspiration for girls | $13,000 |
| Court Appointed Special Advocates | Provide adult advocacy to children | $6,000 |
| Huntington's Disease Society of America | Provide education and support to people with hd | $5,663 |
| Cancer Foundation of Santa Barbara | Provide quality cancer care | $5,000 |
| Dyslexia Project | Provide assistance to people with dyslexia | $5,000 |
| Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian Center | Provide horseback riding for disabled people | $5,000 |
| Montecito Firefighter's Charitable Foundation | Provide relief to firefighters and their families | $5,000 |
| Santa Barbara Bucket Brigade | Fund disaster relief | $5,000 |
| Transition House | Provide food and shelter to homeless people | $5,000 |
| Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care Santa Barbara | Provide in-home health care services | $5,000 |
| Aha Attitude Harmony Achievement | To improve teen's emotional well-being | $5,000 |
| Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse | Prevent and treat alcoholism and drug abuse | $3,000 |
| Santa Barbara Youth Sailing Foundation | Supports youth sailing programs | $3,000 |
| Unity Shoppe | Provide financial assistance to struggling families and seniors | $3,000 |
| City Net | Assist unsheltered individuals | $2,500 |
| Angels Foster Care | Support placement of children in foster care | $2,000 |
| Animal House Cat Rescue and Adoption Center | Shelter for cats | $2,000 |
| NLP Breast Cancer Resource Center | Provide support and resources for women with breast cancer | $2,000 |
| Ganna Walska Lotusland | Support nonprofit botanical garden | $1,500 |
| Santa Barbara Birth Center | Provide midwifery care to families | $1,000 |
| Santa Barbara Maritime Museum | Preserve and present maritime heritage | $1,000 |
| Santa Barbara Humane | Animal shelter | $640 |
| Montecito Community Foundation | Preserve an improve montecito | $500 |
| Santa Barbara FNL | Amateur sports team | $275 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathleen McCarthy
- Michael McCarthy
Questions people ask
Does The Nurture Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Nurture Foundation give?
$178,078 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Nurture Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kathleen McCarthy (Trustee) and Michael McCarthy (Trustee).
What does The Nurture Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.