True Vine Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
True Vine Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Rancho Santa Fe, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $90,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$90,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $94,000 the year before.
13% 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 | $99,000 | 18 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $94,000 | 17 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $90,000 | 15 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
True Vine Foundation Inc 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 True Vine Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $65,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alliance Defending Freedom | In support of general operations | $10,000 |
| The Vision of Children | In support of general operations | $10,000 |
| Green Oak Ranch | In support of general operations | $10,000 |
| The Voice of the Martyrs | In support of general operations | $5,000 |
| Community Hospice | In support of general operations | $5,000 |
| Edify | In support of general operations | $5,000 |
| Childrens Crisis Center | In support of general operations | $5,000 |
| Calvin Christian School Endowment | In support of general operations | $5,000 |
| Modesto Gospel Mission | In support of general operations | $5,000 |
| San Diego Rescue Mission | In support of general operations | $5,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | In support of general operations | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army | In support of general operations | $5,000 |
| First Liberty | In support of general operations | $5,000 |
| San Diego Food Bank | In support of general operations | $5,000 |
| Crickets Hope Inc | In support of general operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- S Paulette Bates
- Lisa Smits
- Julie Pereira
Questions people ask
Does True Vine Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does True Vine Foundation Inc give?
$90,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs True Vine Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists S Paulette Bates (Secretary / Cfo), Lisa Smits (Ceo) and Julie Pereira (Executive Director).
What does True Vine Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and human services.