The Ralph and Victoria Casparian Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ralph and Victoria Casparian Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $81,435 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $8,144 and the largest $8,144. 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$81,435
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$8,144
- Largest grant$8,144
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $72,100 the year before.
0% 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 | $72,100 | 10 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $81,435 | 10 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
The Ralph and Victoria Casparian 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 Ralph and Victoria Casparian Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $32,574 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $16,288 |
| Texas | 1 | $8,144 |
| Florida | 1 | $8,143 |
| Michigan | 1 | $8,143 |
| Virginia | 1 | $8,143 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Baptist Church of Santa Barba | Charitable purposes | $8,144 |
| Santa Barbara Rescue Mission | Charitable purposes | $8,144 |
| Individual | Charitable purposes | $8,144 |
| World Missionary Evangelism Inc | Charitable purposes | $8,144 |
| Individual | Charitable purposes | $8,144 |
| Prison Fellowship Ministries | Charitable purposes | $8,143 |
| RBC Ministries | Charitable purposes | $8,143 |
| Far East Broadcasting Company | Charitable purposes | $8,143 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | Charitable purposes | $8,143 |
| Nora Lam Chineses Ministries Intern | Charitable purposes | $8,143 |
Officers and trustees
- Sean Shahrouzi
Questions people ask
Does The Ralph and Victoria Casparian Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ralph and Victoria Casparian Foundation give?
$81,435 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $8,144.
Who runs The Ralph and Victoria Casparian Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sean Shahrouzi (Trustee).
What does The Ralph and Victoria Casparian Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.