Youth Development Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Youth Development Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Margarita, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $63,500 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $12,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$63,500
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$12,500
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2023 was down from $88,211 the year before.
29% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $88,211 | 29 | $3.3 million |
| 2023 | $63,500 | 21 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
Youth Development 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 Youth Development Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $33,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $12,500 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $3,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $2,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Unr Foundation Scholarships | General donation | $12,500 |
| Mercy for Animals | General donation | $6,000 |
| Captain Paul Watson Foundation | General donation | $5,000 |
| Feline Network | General donation | $5,000 |
| Woods Humane Society Inc | General donation | $3,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Sanctuary | General donation | $2,500 |
| Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue | General donation | $2,500 |
| Pacific Mammal Center | General donation | $2,500 |
| Animal Place Sanctuary | General donation | $2,500 |
| Animal Assistance League | General donation | $2,500 |
| Hutchinson Street Cat Society | General donation | $2,500 |
| Bark Ave Foundation | General donation | $2,500 |
| Sea Turtle Conservancy | General donation | $2,500 |
| Yosemite Foundation | General donation | $2,500 |
| Xerces Society Inc | General donation | $2,000 |
| Catalina Island Humane Society Inc | General donation | $2,000 |
| Pacific Ballet Dance Theatre | General donation | $1,500 |
| Rancho Burro Donkey Sanctuary | General donation | $1,000 |
| Physicians for Responsible Medicine | General donation | $1,000 |
| Friends of Harbors | General donation | $1,000 |
| Animal Legal Defense | General donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joann L Randall
- Paul S Randall
- Jennifer Randall
Questions people ask
Does Youth Development Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Youth Development Foundation give?
$63,500 in tax year 2023, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Youth Development Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Joann L Randall (Trustee), Paul S Randall (Trustee) and Jennifer Randall (Secretary).
What does Youth Development Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.