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.
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New Applicant Friendliness
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
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
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
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
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