The Socha-Cardillo Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Socha-Cardillo Family Foundation is a private foundation in Laguna Beach, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $4,000. 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$17,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$323,782
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2025 was up from $16,000 the year before.
12% of its 2025 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 | $14,000 | 15 | $284,143 |
| 2024 | $16,000 | 16 | $293,079 |
| 2025 | $17,000 | 17 | $323,782 |
How to apply
The Socha-Cardillo 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 Socha-Cardillo Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 5 | $6,250 |
| California | 2 | $2,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,200 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,100 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $750 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Ohio State University Foundation | Dentistry advancement fund | $4,000 |
| University of Colorado Boulder Foundation | Contributions | $2,000 |
| Disabled Sports of the Eastern Sierra | Contributions | $1,500 |
| Homes for Our Troops | Contributions | $1,200 |
| Downtown Women's Center | Contributions | $1,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Contributions | $1,000 |
| Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society | Contributions | $1,000 |
| Jane Goodall Institute | Contributions | $1,000 |
| Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Perpetual Help | Annual support | $750 |
| Sisters of Notre Dame | Contributions | $750 |
| Back to the Wild | Wildlife rehabilitation & nature education center | $500 |
| Bellevue Fish and Loaves | Annual support | $500 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research | Contributions | $500 |
| Marine Toys for Tots | Contributions | $500 |
| Sorrowful Mother Shrine | Contributions | $500 |
| St Jude's Children's Research Hospital | Contributions | $200 |
| Women in Military Service Memorial Foundation | Contributions | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia A Socha
- Robert Samuel Ettinger
Questions people ask
Does The Socha-Cardillo Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Socha-Cardillo Family Foundation give?
$17,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs The Socha-Cardillo Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia A Socha (Trustee) and Robert Samuel Ettinger (Trustee).
What does The Socha-Cardillo Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and veterans.