The Victor And Susan Schaff Family | Foundation Profile

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EIN: 86-6439121

Foundation Overview

Based in Carpinteria, CA, The Victor And Susan Schaff Family has awarded 128 grants totaling $822,400 to organizations in California, Arizona and 3 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $400 to $50,000, with a median award of $5,000.

Latest Tax Year
2024
Total Giving (all years)
$822,400
Total Assets
$1,006,715
Median Grant (all grants)
$5,000

Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot

Total Grants
90
Median Grant
$5,000
% No Significant Change
0% (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
Emerging Foundation: 22%

20 of 90 recipients (22%) were new grantees. Recent establishment means most partnerships are naturally new. Pattern may not reflect long-term preferences.

Geographic Focus
California

92% 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 Santa Barbara (50%), Carpinteria (8%), Berkeley (7%).

Funding Trajectory
+27%

Moderate 27% growth trend over 1 years suggests stable and gradually increasing funding capacity. This positive trajectory indicates reliable grant-making resources and sustainable philanthropic commitment.

Program Areas
Education + 4 others

Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on education (31%). 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 The Victor And Susan Schaff Family'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
Aha $1,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Help To Fight Heart Disease And Stroke 2024
Cal-ipc $2,000 Berkeley, CA, US Works To Stop The Spread Of Invasive Plants Across California 2024
Calflora $5,000 Berkeley, CA, US Database Providing Information On Wild California Plants 2024
California Native Grasslands Assn $6,000 Davis, CA, US Conserving And Restoring California's Native Grassland Ecosystems. 2024
California Native Plant Society $5,000 Sacramento, CA, US Promote, Preserve, And Restore The Diversity Of California's Native Flora 2024
Carpinteria Beautiful $2,000 Carpinteria, CA, US Promotion, Preservation And Enhancement Of The Natural Beauty Of Carpinteria 2024
Casa Serena $10,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Women's Drug And Alcohol Rehab Center In Santa Barbara 2024
Channel Islands Restoration $2,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Promote Environmental Education On The Central Coast 2024
Colab Foundation $10,600 Santa Maria, CA, US Supporting Community Development Through Advocacy And Educational Initiatives. 2024
Council On Alcoholism And Drug Abuse $7,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Addressing Addiction Through Prevention, Education, And Support Services. 2024
Farm Bureau Of Santa Barbara County $1,000 Buellton, CA, US Promoting Agriculture Through Advocacy, Education, And Community Outreach. 2024
Food Bank Of Santa Barbara County $10,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Fighting Hunger Through Food Distribution And Community Partnerships.fighting Hunger Through Food Distribution And Community Partnerships.fighting Hunger Through Food Distribution And Community Partnerships. 2024
Habitat For Humanity Of Southern Santa Barbara County $10,000 Goleta, CA, US Building Affordable Housing Through Volunteerism And Community Partnerships. 2024
Heal The Ocean $2,500 Santa Barbara, CA, US Restoring Ocean Health Through Advocacy And Collaborative Efforts. 2024
Lou Grant Parent-child Workshops $5,000 Carpinteria, CA, US Fostering Parent-child Relationships Through Supportive Workshops. 2024
Mental Wellness Center $2,500 Santa Barbara, CA, US Serves Individuals And Families Impacted By Mental Illness Through Mental Health Education 2024
Noozhawks Hawks Club $1,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Supporting Local Journalism Through Reader Contributions. 2024
Pacific Legal Foundation $5,000 Sacramento, CA, US Advocating For Limited Government, Property Rights, And Individual Liberty. 2024
Santa Barbara Botanical Garden $37,500 Santa Barbara, CA, US Conserving Native Plants Through Education And Preservation. 2024
Santa Barbara Humane Society $2,500 Goleta, CA, US Caring For Animals And Promoting Animal Welfare. 2024
Santa Barbara New House $10,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Creating Sustainable, Innovative Housing Solutions For Santa Barbara. 2024
Santa Barbara Rescue Mission $20,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Providing Shelter, Recovery, And Support For Homeless Individuals. 2024
Scholarship Foundation Of Santa Barbara $10,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Empowering Students Through Financial Assistance And Educational Support. 2024
Sercal $5,000 Tucson, AZ, US Promoting Scientific Research And Education For California's Coast.promoting Scientific Research And Education For California's Coast. 2024
Storyteller Children's Center $2,500 Santa Barbara, CA, US Supporting Homeless Children With Early Childhood Education. 2024
Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation $5,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Assisting Families Of Children With Cancer Through Support Programs. 2024
The Freedom To Choose Project $1,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Empowering Incarcerated Individuals Through Rehabilitation And Personal Development. 2024
The Salvation Army $5,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Providing Aid And Support To Those In Need. 2024
Theodore Payne Foundation $10,000 Sun Valley, CA, US Promoting California Native Plants Through Education And Conservation. 2024
Transition House $15,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Empowering Homeless Families Through Housing And Supportive Services. 2024
United Boys & Girls Clubs Of Sb County $5,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Empowering Youth Through Programs Promoting Growth And Success. 2024
Unity Shoppe Inc $50,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Providing Essentials And Support To Low-income Families. 2024
Ventura Botanical Garden $2,500 Ventura, CA, US Conserving Native Plants Through Education And Preservation Efforts. 2024
Vista Conservancy $1,000 Vista, CA, US Preserving Natural Landscapes And Promoting Environmental Stewardship. 2024
Xceres Society $2,000 Washington, DC, US Advocating For The Conservation Of Invertebrates And Their Habitats. 2024
Tunnel For Towers $10,000 Topeka, KS, US Supports Fallen Heroes And Their Families, Honoring Sacrifices. 2024
Carpinteria Rotary Charitable Foundation $2,500 Carpinteria, CA, US Supports Local Community Programs And Initiatives. 2024
Cca California $2,500 Oceanside, CA, US Advocates For Sustainable Fisheries And Protects Marine Ecosystems Statewide. 2024
Fish Reef Project $1,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Creates Sustainable Habitats To Support Marine Biodiversity Restoration. 2024
Girls Inc Carpinteria $5,000 Carpinteria, CA, US Empowers Young Girls Through Education, Mentorship, And Advocacy. 2024
Pacific Horticulture $1,000 Berkeley, CA, US Fosters Horticultural Knowledge, Conservation, And Environmental Sustainability Across Communities. 2024
Carlos Pulido $400 Fillmore, CA, US Ventura County Fair Donation For Showing Animals 2024
Avery Clenney $400 Camarillo, CA, US Ventura County Fair Donation For Showing Animals 2024
Sheila Medina $400 Santa Paula, CA, US Ventura County Fair Donation For Showing Animals 2024
Sophia Hernandez $400 Fillmore, CA, US Ventura County Fair Donation For Showing Animals 2024
Aha $1,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Help To Fight Heart Disease And Stroke 2024
Cal-ipc $2,000 Berkeley, CA, US Works To Stop The Spread Of Invasive Plants Across California 2024
Calflora $5,000 Berkeley, CA, US Database Providing Information On Wild California Plants 2024
California Native Grasslands Assn $6,000 Davis, CA, US Conserving And Restoring California's Native Grassland Ecosystems. 2024
California Native Plant Society $5,000 Sacramento, CA, US Promote, Preserve, And Restore The Diversity Of California's Native Flora 2024
Carpinteria Beautiful $2,000 Carpinteria, CA, US Promotion, Preservation And Enhancement Of The Natural Beauty Of Carpinteria 2024
Casa Serena $10,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Women's Drug And Alcohol Rehab Center In Santa Barbara 2024
Channel Islands Restoration $2,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Promote Environmental Education On The Central Coast 2024
Colab Foundation $10,600 Santa Maria, CA, US Supporting Community Development Through Advocacy And Educational Initiatives. 2024
Council On Alcoholism And Drug Abuse $7,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Addressing Addiction Through Prevention, Education, And Support Services. 2024
Farm Bureau Of Santa Barbara County $1,000 Buellton, CA, US Promoting Agriculture Through Advocacy, Education, And Community Outreach. 2024
Food Bank Of Santa Barbara County $10,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Fighting Hunger Through Food Distribution And Community Partnerships.fighting Hunger Through Food Distribution And Community Partnerships.fighting Hunger Through Food Distribution And Community Partnerships. 2024
Habitat For Humanity Of Southern Santa Barbara County $10,000 Goleta, CA, US Building Affordable Housing Through Volunteerism And Community Partnerships. 2024
Heal The Ocean $2,500 Santa Barbara, CA, US Restoring Ocean Health Through Advocacy And Collaborative Efforts. 2024
Lou Grant Parent-child Workshops $5,000 Carpinteria, CA, US Fostering Parent-child Relationships Through Supportive Workshops. 2024
Mental Wellness Center $2,500 Santa Barbara, CA, US Serves Individuals And Families Impacted By Mental Illness Through Mental Health Education 2024
Noozhawks Hawks Club $1,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Supporting Local Journalism Through Reader Contributions. 2024
Pacific Legal Foundation $5,000 Sacramento, CA, US Advocating For Limited Government, Property Rights, And Individual Liberty. 2024
Santa Barbara Botanical Garden $37,500 Santa Barbara, CA, US Conserving Native Plants Through Education And Preservation. 2024
Santa Barbara Humane Society $2,500 Goleta, CA, US Caring For Animals And Promoting Animal Welfare. 2024
Santa Barbara New House $10,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Creating Sustainable, Innovative Housing Solutions For Santa Barbara. 2024
Santa Barbara Rescue Mission $20,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Providing Shelter, Recovery, And Support For Homeless Individuals. 2024
Scholarship Foundation Of Santa Barbara $10,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Empowering Students Through Financial Assistance And Educational Support. 2024
Sercal $5,000 Tucson, AZ, US Promoting Scientific Research And Education For California's Coast.promoting Scientific Research And Education For California's Coast. 2024
Storyteller Children's Center $2,500 Santa Barbara, CA, US Supporting Homeless Children With Early Childhood Education. 2024
Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation $5,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Assisting Families Of Children With Cancer Through Support Programs. 2024
The Freedom To Choose Project $1,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Empowering Incarcerated Individuals Through Rehabilitation And Personal Development. 2024
The Salvation Army $5,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Providing Aid And Support To Those In Need. 2024
Theodore Payne Foundation $10,000 Sun Valley, CA, US Promoting California Native Plants Through Education And Conservation. 2024
Transition House $15,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Empowering Homeless Families Through Housing And Supportive Services. 2024
United Boys & Girls Clubs Of Sb County $5,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Empowering Youth Through Programs Promoting Growth And Success. 2024
Unity Shoppe Inc $50,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Providing Essentials And Support To Low-income Families. 2024
Ventura Botanical Garden $2,500 Ventura, CA, US Conserving Native Plants Through Education And Preservation Efforts. 2024
Vista Conservancy $1,000 Vista, CA, US Preserving Natural Landscapes And Promoting Environmental Stewardship. 2024
Xceres Society $2,000 Washington, DC, US Advocating For The Conservation Of Invertebrates And Their Habitats. 2024
Tunnel For Towers $10,000 Topeka, KS, US Supports Fallen Heroes And Their Families, Honoring Sacrifices. 2024
Carpinteria Rotary Charitable Foundation $2,500 Carpinteria, CA, US Supports Local Community Programs And Initiatives. 2024
Cca California $2,500 Oceanside, CA, US Advocates For Sustainable Fisheries And Protects Marine Ecosystems Statewide. 2024
Fish Reef Project $1,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Creates Sustainable Habitats To Support Marine Biodiversity Restoration. 2024
Girls Inc Carpinteria $5,000 Carpinteria, CA, US Empowers Young Girls Through Education, Mentorship, And Advocacy. 2024
Pacific Horticulture $1,000 Berkeley, CA, US Fosters Horticultural Knowledge, Conservation, And Environmental Sustainability Across Communities. 2024
Carlos Pulido $400 Fillmore, CA, US Ventura County Fair Donation For Showing Animals 2024
Avery Clenney $400 Camarillo, CA, US Ventura County Fair Donation For Showing Animals 2024
Sheila Medina $400 Santa Paula, CA, US Ventura County Fair Donation For Showing Animals 2024
Sophia Hernandez $400 Fillmore, CA, US Ventura County Fair Donation For Showing Animals 2024
California Native Grasslands Assn $5,000 Davis, CA, US Conserving And Restoring California's Native Grassland Ecosystems. 2023
California Native Plant Society $5,000 Sacramento, CA, US Promote, Preserve, And Restore The Diversity Of California's Native Flora 2023
Cal-ipc $2,000 Berkeley, CA, US Works To Stop The Spread Of Invasive Plants Across California 2023
Carpinteria Beautiful $2,000 Carpinteria, CA, US Promotion, Preservation And Enhancement Of The Natural Beauty Of Carpinteria 2023
Casa Serena $10,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Women's Drug And Alcohol Rehab Center In Santa Barbara 2023
Channel Islands Restoration $2,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Promote Environmental Education On The Central Coast 2023
Aha $1,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Help To Fight Heart Disease And Stroke 2023
Calflora $5,000 Berkeley, CA, US Database Providing Information On Wild California Plants 2023
Heal The Ocean $2,500 Santa Barbara, CA, US Restoring Ocean Health Through Advocacy And Collaborative Efforts. 2023
Santa Barbara Humane Society $2,500 Goleta, CA, US Caring For Animals And Promoting Animal Welfare. 2023
Lou Grant Parent-child Workshops $5,000 Carpinteria, CA, US Fostering Parent-child Relationships Through Supportive Workshops. 2023
Mental Wellness Center $2,500 Santa Barbara, CA, US Serves Individuals And Families Impacted By Mental Illness Through Mental Health Education 2023
The Nature Conservancy $5,000 San Francisco, CA, US Conserving Nature Through Science, Partnerships, And Action. 2023
Santa Barbara Botanical Garden $2,500 Santa Barbara, CA, US Conserving Native Plants Through Education And Preservation. 2023
Santa Barbara New House $10,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Creating Sustainable, Innovative Housing Solutions For Santa Barbara. 2023
Santa Barbara Rescue Mission $15,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Providing Shelter, Recovery, And Support For Homeless Individuals. 2023
Scholarship Foundation Of Santa Barbara $10,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Empowering Students Through Financial Assistance And Educational Support. 2023
Sercal $5,000 Tucson, AZ, US Promoting Scientific Research And Education For California's Coast.promoting Scientific Research And Education For California's Coast. 2023
Storyteller Children's Center $2,500 Santa Barbara, CA, US Supporting Homeless Children With Early Childhood Education. 2023
Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation $5,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Assisting Families Of Children With Cancer Through Support Programs. 2023
The Salvation Army $5,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Providing Aid And Support To Those In Need. 2023
Theodore Payne Foundation $5,000 Sun Valley, CA, US Promoting California Native Plants Through Education And Conservation. 2023
Transition House $15,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Empowering Homeless Families Through Housing And Supportive Services. 2023
United Boys & Girls Clubs Of Sb County $5,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Empowering Youth Through Programs Promoting Growth And Success. 2023
Unity Shoppe Inc $50,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Providing Essentials And Support To Low-income Families. 2023
Ventura Botanical Garden $2,500 Ventura, CA, US Conserving Native Plants Through Education And Preservation Efforts. 2023
Xceres Society $3,000 Washington, DC, US Advocating For The Conservation Of Invertebrates And Their Habitats. 2023
Vista Conservancy $1,000 Vista, CA, US Preserving Natural Landscapes And Promoting Environmental Stewardship. 2023
Colab Foundation $10,000 Santa Maria, CA, US Supporting Community Development Through Advocacy And Educational Initiatives. 2023
Council On Alcoholism And Drug Abuse $2,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Addressing Addiction Through Prevention, Education, And Support Services. 2023
Farm Bureau Of Santa Barbara County $1,000 Buellton, CA, US Promoting Agriculture Through Advocacy, Education, And Community Outreach. 2023
Food Bank Of Santa Barbara County $10,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Fighting Hunger Through Food Distribution And Community Partnerships.fighting Hunger Through Food Distribution And Community Partnerships.fighting Hunger Through Food Distribution And Community Partnerships. 2023
The Heritage Foundation $5,000 Ne Washington, DC, US Promoting Conservative Policies And Principles Through Advocacy And Research. 2023
Pacific Legal Foundation $5,000 Sacramento, CA, US Advocating For Limited Government, Property Rights, And Individual Liberty. 2023
Habitat For Humanity Of Southern Santa Barbara County $10,000 Goleta, CA, US Building Affordable Housing Through Volunteerism And Community Partnerships. 2023
Aipha $1,000 Steamboat Springs, CO, US Advancing Public Health Initiatives Through Advocacy And Education. 2023
The Freedom To Choose Project $1,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Empowering Incarcerated Individuals Through Rehabilitation And Personal Development. 2023
Noozhawks Hawks Club $1,000 Santa Barbara, CA, US Supporting Local Journalism Through Reader Contributions. 2023

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Contact Information

Official contact details for The Victor And Susan Schaff Family as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.

EIN 86-6439121
Website N/A
Address PO BOX 1277 Carpinteria, CA 93014-1277

Key People (8)

Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Victor And Susan Schaff Family's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.

Trustee Western States Llc
President Of Trustee Victor Schaff
Committee Member Of Trustee Susan Schaff
Committee Member Of Trustee Jody K Miller
Committee Member Of Trustee Becky L Rinaldi

Forms 990-PF

IRS Form 990-PF filings provide comprehensive financial information, grant details, and operational data. These documents are essential resources for understanding foundation capacity, giving patterns, and strategic priorities.

Form 990-PF Research Tips
  • Review Part XV for detailed grant recipient information and funding purposes
  • Check Part I for total assets, annual giving amounts, and payout requirements
  • Examine Part VIII for key personnel compensation and board structure
  • Look for trends across multiple years to understand giving patterns

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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.