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Writer Family Foundation is a private corporation based in SANTA BARBARA, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2004. The principal officer is George S Writer Jr. It holds total assets of $41K. Annual income is reported at $153K. Total assets have decreased from $291K in 2011 to $41K in 2024. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in California. According to available records, Writer Family Foundation has made 72 grants totaling $241K, with a median grant of $2K. Annual giving has grown from $68K in 2020 to $114K in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $12K, with an average award of $3K. The foundation has supported 30 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in California, New York, Colorado, which account for 82% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$1K
Average Grant
$3K
Largest Grant
$10K
Based on 21 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Writer Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 72 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, NY, CO.
Writer Family Foundation has distributed a total of $241K across 72 grants. The median grant size is $2K, with an average of $3K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $12K.
Writer Family Foundation is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (200275156) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Writer Family Foundation is headquartered in SANTA BARBARA, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 8 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Judith H Writer | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jeffrey H Writer | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| George S Writer | PRESIDENT/TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$41K
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$24K
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
72
Total Giving
$241K
Average Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$2K
Unique Recipients
30
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Open LandsCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Lakewood, CO | $12K | 2022 |
| Doctors Without BordersCHARITABLE SUPPORT | New York, NY | $10K | 2022 |
| Community Arts Music Association Of Santa BarbaraCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Santa Barbara, CA | $5K | 2022 |
| Green Peace FundCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $5K | 2022 |
| The Nature ConservancyCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Arlington, VA | $5K | 2022 |
| The Trust For Public LandCHARITABLE SUPPORT | San Francisco, CA | $4K | 2022 |
| Network For Africa UsCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Charlottesville, VA | $4K | 2022 |
| Santa Barbara Tennis PatronsCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Santa Barbara, CA | $3K | 2022 |
| Episcopal Relief & DevelopmentCHARITABLE SUPPORT | New York, NY | $2K | 2022 |
| Sierra ClubCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Oakland, CA | $2K | 2022 |
| Vna HealthCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Santa Barbara, CA | $1K | 2022 |
| Uc RegentsCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Oakland, CA | $1K | 2022 |
| Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital FoundationCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Goleta, CA | $1K | 2022 |
| Cottage Rehabilitation Hospital FoundationCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Santa Barbara, CA | $1K | 2022 |
| Santa Barbara City College FoundationCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Santa Barbara, CA | $1K | 2022 |
| Franklin School PtoCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Santa Barbara, CA | $599 | 2022 |
| Direct ReliefCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Goleta, CA | $10K | 2021 |
| The Land Trust For Santa Barbara CountyCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Santa Barbara, CA | $5K | 2021 |
| Rubicon Theatre CoCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Ventura, CA | $2K | 2021 |
| Granada TheatreCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Santa Barbara, CA | $1K | 2021 |
| Coast Guard FoundationCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Stonington, CT | $1K | 2021 |
| Shriners Hospital For ChildrenCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Tampa, FL | $1K | 2021 |
| Santa Barbara ChannelkeeperCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Santa Barbara, CA | $1K | 2021 |
| Santa Barbara ZooCHARITABLE SUPPORT | Santa Barbara, CA | $1K | 2021 |
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