Institute For Law & Systems Research | Foundation Profile

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EIN: 33-0545777

Foundation Overview

Based in San Diego, CA, Institute For Law & Systems Research has awarded 86 grants totaling $857,138 to organizations in California, Washington and 3 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $41 to $100,000, with a median award of $4,000.

Latest Tax Year
2024
Total Giving (all years)
$857,138
Total Assets
$1,447,358
Median Grant (all grants)
$4,000

Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot

Total Grants
7
Median Grant
$3,000
% Median Grant Growth
+150% (vs previous year)
Data extracted from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Last filing year: March 2026

Foundation Intelligence

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New Applicant Friendliness
Closed Network: 14%

1 of 7 recipients (14%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains tight relationships with established partners. New applicants rarely succeed without insider connections.

Geographic Focus
California

70% of all grants are concentrated in California, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within California, funding concentrates in San Diego (62%), Julian (18%), Lee Vining (5%).

Funding Trajectory
+187%

Strong 187% growth in annual giving over 8 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.

Program Areas
Education + 4 others

Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on education (55%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.

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Grants & Funding

Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Institute For Law & Systems Research's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.

Name Amount Location Purpose Year
Elderhelp Of San Diego $1,000 San Diego, CA, US Provide Support For The Organization's Provision Of Services To The Elderly. 2024
Kpbs $1,200 San Diego, CA, US Kpbs Connects, Reflects And Serves All Their Communities With Trusted Programming And Dialogue. It Serves The People Of San Diego Region With Trustworthy, In-depth Information That Allows The Community To Hold Its Leaders Accountable. 2024
Northwest School Of Wooden Boat Bui $100,000 Port Hadlockirondal, WA, US Provide Funding For The School's Mission Of Teaching And Preserving Traditional And Contemporary Wooden Boat Building Skills. 2024
San Diego Natural History Museum $25,950 San Diego, CA, US The Mission Of The San Diego Natural History Museum Is To Interpret The Natural World Through Research, Education And Exhibits; To Promote Understanding Of The Evolution And Diversity Of Southern California And The Peninsula Of Baja California; And To Inspire In All A Respect For Nature And The Environment. 2024
Community Boat Project $2,000 Port Hadlock, WA, US The Shelter From The Storm Program Provides Connections To The Community, Job Training, Andinternship Opportunities Empowering Youth 18-25 With Skills To Transition Into The Working World.an Important Principle In Their Work Is To Teach That In All Actions To Consider The Environmentalimplications And To Make The Best Choice For Minimum Impact. 2024
Volcan Mountain Foundation $3,000 Julian, CA, US The Mission Of The Volcan Mountain Foundation (Vmf) Is, To Strive To Conserve And Acquireland And Practice Respectful Stewardship Through Education, Public Outreach, And Resourcemanagement To Preserve Volcan Mountain In Its Natural State For Future Generations. 2024
Synergy Arts Foundation $5,025 Solana Beach, CA, US The Mission Of Synergy Arts Foundation Is To Support And Nurture Local Artists And Art Organizations Of All Disciplines By Offering Emergency Financial Grants In Times Of Crisis As Well As Viable Opportunities And Resources. They Pioneer Programs In Arts Education For Under-served, At-risk Populations, Including Arts For Healing, Community Arts, And Specific International And National Art Projects Recovering From Disasters. They Have Partnered With Organizations Since 2003. 2024
Elderhelp Of San Diego $1,000 San Diego, CA, US Provide Support For The Organization's Provision Of Services To The Elderly. 2023
Northwest School Of Wooden Boat Bui $50,000 Port Hadlockirondal, WA, US Provide Funding For The School's Mission Of Teaching And Preserving Traditional And Contemporary Wooden Boat Building Skills. 2023
San Diego Natural History Museum $1,200 San Diego, CA, US Funding For Energy Research To Move The Organization Toward A Net Zero Carbon Footprint And Educate By Example. 2023
Volcan Mountain Foundation $1,000 Julian, CA, US The Mission Of The Volcan Mountain Foundation (Vmf) Is, To Strive To Conserve And Acquireland And Practice Respectful Stewardship Through Education, Public Outreach, And Resourcemanagement To Preserve Volcan Mountain In Its Natural State For Future Generations. 2023
Southwestern Junior Foundation $20,232 San Diego, CA, US The Goal Of The Southwestern Junior Foundation Is To Extend Sailing And Angler Experiences To The Youth Of San Diego County Who Are In Need Of Financial Assistance. The Southwestern Junior Foundation Sponsors Participants In Programs That Educate The Children And Youth Of San Diego. These Programs Emphasize The Importance Of Safety, Sportsmanship, And Life Learning Lessons. 2023
Elderhelp Of San Diego $1,000 San Diego, CA, US Provide Support For The Organization's Provision Of Services To The Elderly. 2023
Northwest School Of Wooden Boat Bui $50,000 Port Hadlockirondal, WA, US Provide Funding For The School's Mission Of Teaching And Preserving Traditional And Contemporary Wooden Boat Building Skills. 2023
San Diego Natural History Museum $1,200 San Diego, CA, US Funding For Energy Research To Move The Organization Toward A Net Zero Carbon Footprint And Educate By Example. 2023
Volcan Mountain Foundation $1,000 Julian, CA, US The Mission Of The Volcan Mountain Foundation (Vmf) Is, To Strive To Conserve And Acquireland And Practice Respectful Stewardship Through Education, Public Outreach, And Resourcemanagement To Preserve Volcan Mountain In Its Natural State For Future Generations. 2023
Southwestern Junior Foundation $20,232 San Diego, CA, US The Goal Of The Southwestern Junior Foundation Is To Extend Sailing And Angler Experiences To The Youth Of San Diego County Who Are In Need Of Financial Assistance. The Southwestern Junior Foundation Sponsors Participants In Programs That Educate The Children And Youth Of San Diego. These Programs Emphasize The Importance Of Safety, Sportsmanship, And Life Learning Lessons. 2023
Kpbs $1,200 San Diego, CA, US Kpbs Connects, Reflects And Serves All Their Communities With Trusted Programming And Dialogue. It Serves The People Of San Diego Region With Trustworthy, In-depth Information That Allows The Community To Hold Its Leaders Accountable. 2022
Northwest School Of Wooden Boat Bui $52,200 Port Hadlockirondal, WA, US Provide Funding For The School's Mission Of Teaching And Preserving Traditional And Contemporary Wooden Boat Building Skills. 2022
Care Usa $2,100 Atlanta, GA, US At The End Of World War Ii, Arthur Ringland And Dr. Lincoln Clark Approached 22 Americancharities To Propose A Non-profit Corporation To Funnel Food Packages From Americans To Lovedones In Europe. After Negotiation With Multiple Government Agencies, Care Takes Possession Of2.8 Million 10-in-1 Military Food Rations. These Rations Become The Worlds First Care Packages.care Is Located In Atlanta, Ga. It Is An International Charity That Supports Development And Reliefservices. 2022
Climate Action Campaign $1,000 San Diego, CA, US Climate Action Campaigns Mission Is To Stop The Climate Crisis Through Effective Policy Action. 2022
Community Boat Project $5,000 Port Hadlock, WA, US The Shelter From The Storm Program Provides Connections To The Community, Job Training, Andinternship Opportunities Empowering Youth 18-25 With Skills To Transition Into The Working World.an Important Principle In Their Work Is To Teach That In All Actions To Consider The Environmentalimplications And To Make The Best Choice For Minimum Impact. 2022
Grid Alternatives Of San Diego $2,000 San Diego, CA, US Grid Alternatives Was Founded In 2000, But Took Off With The Solar And Clean Energy Act Of2008. Grid Used A Habit For Humanity Model Initially Much Like A Barn Raising. There Is A Sixweek Training Before The Build With Two Of Those Six Weeks On Site. Ninety-five Percent Of Whatgrid Builds Is Rooftop. They Started With Residential. The Current Project Is A 320 Kw Systemfor San Ysidro Health Who Is Paying Out-of-pocket. 2022
Volcan Mountain Foundation $5,000 Julian, CA, US The Mission Of The Volcan Mountain Foundation (Vmf) Is, To Strive To Conserve And Acquireland And Practice Respectful Stewardship Through Education, Public Outreach, And Resourcemanagement To Preserve Volcan Mountain In Its Natural State For Future Generations. 2022
Wildcoast $5,000 Del Mar, CA, US Wildcoast Is An International Team That Conserves Coastal And Marine Ecosystems Andaddresses Climate Change Through Natural Solutions. They Establish And Manage Protectedareas, Advocate For Strong Conservation Policies, And Work With Communities To Preservehealthy Thriving Oceans And Wild Coastlines. They Are A Bilateral Ngo With The United Statesand Mexico. 2022
Kpbs $1,200 San Diego, CA, US Kpbs Connects, Reflects And Serves All Their Communities With Trusted Programming And Dialogue. It Serves The People Of San Diego Region With Trustworthy, In-depth Information That Allows The Community To Hold Its Leaders Accountable. 2022
Northwest School Of Wooden Boat Bui $52,200 Port Hadlockirondal, WA, US Provide Funding For The School's Mission Of Teaching And Preserving Traditional And Contemporary Wooden Boat Building Skills. 2022
Care Usa $2,100 Atlanta, GA, US At The End Of World War Ii, Arthur Ringland And Dr. Lincoln Clark Approached 22 Americancharities To Propose A Non-profit Corporation To Funnel Food Packages From Americans To Lovedones In Europe. After Negotiation With Multiple Government Agencies, Care Takes Possession Of2.8 Million 10-in-1 Military Food Rations. These Rations Become The Worlds First Care Packages.care Is Located In Atlanta, Ga. It Is An International Charity That Supports Development And Reliefservices. 2022
Climate Action Campaign $1,000 San Diego, CA, US Climate Action Campaigns Mission Is To Stop The Climate Crisis Through Effective Policy Action. 2022
Community Boat Project $5,000 Port Hadlock, WA, US The Shelter From The Storm Program Provides Connections To The Community, Job Training, Andinternship Opportunities Empowering Youth 18-25 With Skills To Transition Into The Working World.an Important Principle In Their Work Is To Teach That In All Actions To Consider The Environmentalimplications And To Make The Best Choice For Minimum Impact. 2022
Grid Alternatives Of San Diego $2,000 San Diego, CA, US Grid Alternatives Was Founded In 2000, But Took Off With The Solar And Clean Energy Act Of2008. Grid Used A Habit For Humanity Model Initially Much Like A Barn Raising. There Is A Sixweek Training Before The Build With Two Of Those Six Weeks On Site. Ninety-five Percent Of Whatgrid Builds Is Rooftop. They Started With Residential. The Current Project Is A 320 Kw Systemfor San Ysidro Health Who Is Paying Out-of-pocket. 2022
Volcan Mountain Foundation $5,000 Julian, CA, US The Mission Of The Volcan Mountain Foundation (Vmf) Is, To Strive To Conserve And Acquireland And Practice Respectful Stewardship Through Education, Public Outreach, And Resourcemanagement To Preserve Volcan Mountain In Its Natural State For Future Generations. 2022
Wildcoast $5,000 Del Mar, CA, US Wildcoast Is An International Team That Conserves Coastal And Marine Ecosystems Andaddresses Climate Change Through Natural Solutions. They Establish And Manage Protectedareas, Advocate For Strong Conservation Policies, And Work With Communities To Preservehealthy Thriving Oceans And Wild Coastlines. They Are A Bilateral Ngo With The United Statesand Mexico. 2022
Kpbs $1,200 San Diego, CA, US Kpbs Connects, Reflects And Serves All Their Communities With Trusted Programming And Dialogue. It Serves The People Of San Diego Region With Trustworthy, In-depth Information That Allows The Community To Hold Its Leaders Accountable. 2022
Northwest School Of Wooden Boat Bui $52,200 Port Hadlockirondal, WA, US Provide Funding For The School's Mission Of Teaching And Preserving Traditional And Contemporary Wooden Boat Building Skills. 2022
Care Usa $2,100 Atlanta, GA, US At The End Of World War Ii, Arthur Ringland And Dr. Lincoln Clark Approached 22 Americancharities To Propose A Non-profit Corporation To Funnel Food Packages From Americans To Lovedones In Europe. After Negotiation With Multiple Government Agencies, Care Takes Possession Of2.8 Million 10-in-1 Military Food Rations. These Rations Become The Worlds First Care Packages.care Is Located In Atlanta, Ga. It Is An International Charity That Supports Development And Reliefservices. 2022
Climate Action Campaign $1,000 San Diego, CA, US Climate Action Campaigns Mission Is To Stop The Climate Crisis Through Effective Policy Action. 2022
Community Boat Project $5,000 Port Hadlock, WA, US The Shelter From The Storm Program Provides Connections To The Community, Job Training, Andinternship Opportunities Empowering Youth 18-25 With Skills To Transition Into The Working World.an Important Principle In Their Work Is To Teach That In All Actions To Consider The Environmentalimplications And To Make The Best Choice For Minimum Impact. 2022
Grid Alternatives Of San Diego $2,000 San Diego, CA, US Grid Alternatives Was Founded In 2000, But Took Off With The Solar And Clean Energy Act Of2008. Grid Used A Habit For Humanity Model Initially Much Like A Barn Raising. There Is A Sixweek Training Before The Build With Two Of Those Six Weeks On Site. Ninety-five Percent Of Whatgrid Builds Is Rooftop. They Started With Residential. The Current Project Is A 320 Kw Systemfor San Ysidro Health Who Is Paying Out-of-pocket. 2022
Volcan Mountain Foundation $5,000 Julian, CA, US The Mission Of The Volcan Mountain Foundation (Vmf) Is, To Strive To Conserve And Acquireland And Practice Respectful Stewardship Through Education, Public Outreach, And Resourcemanagement To Preserve Volcan Mountain In Its Natural State For Future Generations. 2022
Wildcoast $5,000 Del Mar, CA, US Wildcoast Is An International Team That Conserves Coastal And Marine Ecosystems Andaddresses Climate Change Through Natural Solutions. They Establish And Manage Protectedareas, Advocate For Strong Conservation Policies, And Work With Communities To Preservehealthy Thriving Oceans And Wild Coastlines. They Are A Bilateral Ngo With The United Statesand Mexico. 2022
Cuyamaca Outdoor School $360 Descanso, CA, US To Support School's Lessons Which Incorporate Trail Experiences And Citizen Scientist Projects To Create Hands-on Learning That Is Meaningful, Memorable, And Fun. 2021
Elderhelp Of San Diego $2,500 San Diego, CA, US Provide Support For The Organization's Provision Of Services To The Elderly. 2021
Kpbs $1,000 San Diego, CA, US Kpbs Connects, Reflects And Serves All Their Communities With Trusted Programming And Dialogue. It Serves The People Of San Diego Region With Trustworthy, In-depth Information That Allows The Community To Hold Its Leaders Accountable. 2021
Northwest School Of Wooden Boat Bui $21,050 Port Hadlockirondal, WA, US Provide Funding For The School's Mission Of Teaching And Preserving Traditional And Contemporary Wooden Boat Building Skills. 2021
San Diego Natural History Museum $29,707 San Diego, CA, US Funding For Energy Research To Move The Organization Toward A Net Zero Carbon Footprint And Educate By Example. 2021
Solar Energy International $12,500 Paonia, CO, US Provide Funding For Organization's Renewable Energy Curriculum. 2021
Wild Fish Conservancy $1,000 Duvall, WA, US Wildfish Conservancy Is Dedicated To Preserving, Protecting And Restoring The Northwests Wild Fish And The Ecosystems They Depend On, Through Science, Education, And Advocacy. They Focus On The Four Major Causes Of Fishery Collapse: Overharvest, Hatcheries, Habitat Loss And Dams. 2021
Northwest School Of Wooden Boat Bui $15,000 Port Hadlockirondal, WA, US Provide Funding For The School's Mission Of Teaching And Preserving Traditional And Contemporary Wooden Boatbuilding Skills. 2020
Volcan Mountain Foundation $6,000 Julian, CA, US Preservation Of Volcan Mountain 2020
San Diego Natural History Museum $19,538 San Diego, CA, US Funding For Energy Research To Move The Organization Toward A Net Zero Carbon Footprint And Educate By Example. 2020
San Diego Rescue Mission $1,666 San Diego, CA, US Provide Shelter And Meals For Homeless Families. 2020
Solar Energy International $10,000 Paonia, CO, US Provide Funding For Organization's Renewable Energy Curriculum. 2020
Mono Lake Committee $5,350 Lee Vining, CA, US Funding For Educational Programs, 2020
Community Boat Project $3,000 Port Hadlock, WA, US Funding To Provide Intergeneration Maritime Education. 2020
Children Of The Nations $480 Silverdale, WA, US Provide Funding For The Organizations Programs To Raise Children Out Of Poverty. 2020
Elderhelp $2,000 San Diego, CA, US Provide Support For The Organizations Provision Of Services To The Elderly, 2020
Salvation Army $1,667 San Diego, CA, US Provide Funding For Organization's Mission Of Meeting Human Needs. 2020
San Diego Food Bank $1,667 San Diego, CA, US Provide Funding For Organization's Hunger-relief Programs. 2020
Northwest School Of Wooden Boat Bui $10,075 Port Hadlockirondal, WA, US Provide Funding For The School's Mission Of Teaching And Preserving Traditional And Contemporary Wooden Boatbuilding Skills. 2018
Volcan Mountain Foundation $10,000 Julian, CA, US Preservation Of Volcan Mountain 2018
San Diego Natural History Museum $24,000 San Diego, CA, US Funding For Energy Analysis And Electrical Systems Energy Study. 2018
San Diego Rescue Mission $1,000 San Diego, CA, US Shelter And Meals For Homeless Families. 2018
Dreaming Zebra Foundation-monarch S $58 San Diego, CA, US Program Funding 2018
Mono Lake Committee $11,850 Lee Vining, CA, US Funding For Educational Programs, 2018
Community Boat Project $10,000 Port Hadlock, WA, US Funding To Provide Intergeneration Maritime Education, Including Finishing And Outfitting The Felicity Ann A Historic Vessel. 2018
Academy Of Music For The Blind $500 Monrovia, CA, US Funding To Provide Music Education To Blind Youth. 2018
The Washed Ashore Project $500 Bandon, OR, US Funding For Art Exhibits To Educate About Plastic Pollution In Oceans. 2018
Kpbs $2,000 San Diego, CA, US Program Funding 2017
Northwest School Of Wooden Boat Bui $5,000 Port Hadlockirondal, WA, US Provide Funding For The School's Mission Of Teaching And Preserving Traditional And Contemporary Wooden Boatbuilding Skills. 2017
Volcan Mountain Foundation $10,000 Julian, CA, US Preservation Of Volcan Mountain 2017
San Diego Natural History Museum $24,090 San Diego, CA, US Funding For Energy Analysis And Electrical Systems Energy Study. 2017
Dignity Of Man Foundation $6,500 Hollywood, CA, US Program Funding For Music With Moira And Other Musical Projects. 2017
Dreaming Zebra Foundation-monarch S $41 San Diego, CA, US Program Funding 2017
Mono Lake Committee $11,850 Lee Vining, CA, US Funding For Educational Programs, 2017
Ymca Kinship Support Project $459 San Diego, CA, US Program Funding 2017
Ca Old Time Fiddler's Assoc Distric $300 Spring Valley, CA, US Program Funding 2017
Canebrake County Water District $39,726 Julian, CA, US Funding For Photovoltaic Systems To Energize Well Sites. 2017
Community Boat Project $1,000 Port Hadlock, WA, US Funding To Provide Intergeneration Maritime Education, Including Finishing And Outfitting The Felicity Ann A Historic Vessel. 2017
Sdcoe Outdoor Education Department $9,665 San Diego, CA, US Provide Equipment And Furnishings For Cuyamaca Outdoor School. 2016
Kpbs $2,000 San Diego, CA, US Program Funding 2016
Volcan Mountain Foundation $10,000 Julian, CA, US Preservation Of Volcan Mountain 2016
San Diego Natural History Museum $10,000 San Diego, CA, US Funding For Coast To Cactus Exhibition And Navarra Library. 2016
San Diego Rescue Mission $1,000 San Diego, CA, US Shelter And Meals For Homeless Families. 2016
Dignity Of Man Foundation $5,500 Hollywood, CA, US Program Funding 2016
Solar Energy International $10,000 Paonia, CO, US Program Funding 2016

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Contact Information

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EIN 33-0545777
Website N/A
Address PO BOX 70159 San Diego, CA 92167-1159

Key People (4)

Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Institute For Law & Systems Research's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.

Ceo Alice Anda
Secretary Cynthia Kenny
Cfo Julia Chunn-heer
Vice President James Ward

Forms 990-PF

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Data Currency: Last updated March 2026 based on IRS Form 990-PF filings. Foundation information reflects most recent available tax year data.