The Seaver Institute
Preselected recipients only
The Seaver Institute is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2022 it gave $1.7 million in 79 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $400,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2022.
- Grants paid, 2022$1.7 million
- Number of grants79
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$0
How to apply
The Seaver Institute 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 Seaver Institute funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 53 | $1.6 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $16,400 |
| New York | 4 | $14,800 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $9,500 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $9,400 |
| Texas | 2 | $6,400 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $6,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2022
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sustainable Conservation | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $400,000 |
| Mount Saint Mary's University | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $250,000 |
| San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $247,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $150,000 |
| Uc Santa Cruz | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $110,000 |
| Island Conservation | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $105,000 |
| The Greater Los Angeles Zoo Associa | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $102,500 |
| Scripps College | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $27,500 |
| California Native Plant Society | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Arcs Foundation Inc | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Southern Cali | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Univ System of Maryland Foundation | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Michigan State University | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $16,000 |
| Good Samaritan Hospital | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Digital Nest | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Pomona College | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Stanford University | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Los Angeles | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| The Rape Foundation | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $7,500 |
| Ducks Unlimited | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $6,000 |
| Natural History Museum of Los Angel | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Pacific Palisades Presbyrterian Chu | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| St Johns Providence Hospital | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Swarthmore College | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| University of Virginia | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Voices of Ascension | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| School for Field Studies | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| American University Kosovo Foundati | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Community Bridges | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Bloy House | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| California Trout Inc | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Duke University | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Globalgiving | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| La Guild for Reproductive Health | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Los Angeles Maritime Institute | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Santa Monica Mountains Fund | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Univ of TX - Austin School of Engin | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Watsonville Wetlands Watch | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Community Foundation Santa Cruz Cou | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Qualified exempt charitable purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Victoria Seaver Dean
- Robert Flick
- Martha Seaver
- Jennie Dean
- Nancy Bekavac
- Marie Knowles
- Hannah Dean
- Margaret Keene
- Roxanne Wilson
- Thomas Pfister
- Nathan Dean
- Barbara Wagner
- Lynne Brickner
- Kyle Dean
- Hilary Hill
Questions people ask
Does The Seaver Institute accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Seaver Institute give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2022, across 79 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Seaver Institute?
Its 2022 filing lists Victoria Seaver Dean (President), Robert Flick (Asst. Secretary), Martha Seaver (Vice Chairman) and Jennie Dean (Director) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does The Seaver Institute fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and animals.