Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation
Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation is a private foundation based in Del Mar, California, and files Form 990-PF. Its 2025 filing reports 46 grants totaling $2,340,901. The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation at a glance
In short: Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation gave $2.3M across 46 grants in 2025 (avg $51K), top state California. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $2,340,901
- +25.1% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 46
- +17.9% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $50,889
- +6.1% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $24,978
- Total assets
- $26,005,941
- -3.7% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- California (45% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
- Contact
Mailing address: 12275 El Camino Real Suite 100, Del Mar, CA 92014
Phone: (858) 720-8900
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Jewish Community Foundation ($451K). Together the top 10 received $1.6M.
Grant Size Distribution
85 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 69 grants of 85 (81%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In filing year 2025, reported grant dollars were distributed among recipients in California (45%), New York (23%), Florida (15%), Massachusetts (4%), and Washington, D.C. (3%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 46 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation gives
- 56% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 93% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2024 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $1.9M (2024) to $2.3M (2025). In 2025 it made 46 grants totaling $2.3M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Community Foundation San Diego, CA | General | $451,044 |
| Raymond James Donor Advised Fund Coral Gables, FL | General | $359,976 |
| National Conflict Resolution Center San Diego, CA | General | $200,953 |
| Union for Reform Judaism New York, NY | Camp Harlam | $153,648 |
| San Diego Foundation San Diego, CA | General | $149,066 |
| University of San Diego San Diego, CA | General | $99,092 |
| Boston Symphony Orchestra Inc Boston, MA | General | $52,815 |
| North Star Fund New York, NY | General | $50,832 |
| Planned Parenthood Washington, DC | General | $50,832 |
| The Clear Fund Oakland, CA | General | $50,832 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $26,005,941 | $705 | $2,352,659 | $2,340,901 | 46 | $2,346,780 | $2,524,158 |
| 2024 | $26,995,685 | $692 | $1,885,369 | $1,871,063 | 39 | $1,878,216 | $1,738,064 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2.5M for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2025 grants include support for organizations in areas such as Jewish community philanthropy, education, music, community organizing, global health and development, and Jewish spiritual practice. These are examples drawn from grantee descriptions, not stated foundation focus areas. For example, the University of San Diego describes its mission as advancing academic excellence to create a more inclusive, sustainable, and hopeful world; the Boston Symphony Orchestra says it is dedicated to making music and providing educational and training programs; and North Star Fund describes its work as supporting community organizing and social justice in New York.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation reported 46 grants totaling $2,340,901. Grants ranged from $1,962 to $451,044, with a median of $24,978. Among the largest reported grants were Jewish Community Foundation ($451,044), Raymond James Donor Advised Fund ($359,976), National Conflict Resolution Center ($200,953), Union for Reform Judaism ($153,648), San Diego Foundation ($149,066), and University of San Diego ($99,092).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Rosemary Perlmeter as president and director, Michael Perlmeter as treasurer and director, Rex Perlmeter as secretary and director, and Rachel Hertzman as vice president and director.
Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation is led by Rosemary Perlmeter Co Sheppard Mull, President & Director on every filing since 2024; none of the 4 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Rosemary Perlmeter Co Sheppard Mull
President & Director
On filings since 2024
0.8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Perlmeter Co Sheppard Mulli
Treasurer & Director
On filings since 2024
0.8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rachel Hertzman Co Sheppard Mullin
Vice President & Director
On filings since 2024
0.8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rex Perlmeter Co Sheppard Mullin
Secretary & Director
On filings since 2024
0.8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2024–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation
How much does Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation give each year?
Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation gave $2.3M across 46 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $1.9M across 39 grants.
What is Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation's typical grant size?
Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $24,978, and its average grant was $50,889, across 46 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation give grants?
Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation's top state is California, with 45% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New York (23%) and Florida (15%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (16 grants), San Diego, CA (4 grants), Washington, DC (3 grants) and La Jolla, CA (2 grants).
Does Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 93% of Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (43 of 46) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation's largest grantees?
Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Jewish Community Foundation ($451,044), Raymond James Donor Advised Fund ($359,976) and National Conflict Resolution Center ($200,953), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 43% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation?
Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation reported $26.0M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $2.3M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $2.5M (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation fund?
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2025 grants include support for organizations in areas such as Jewish community philanthropy, education, music, community organizing, global health and development, and Jewish spiritual practice. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation's EIN?
Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-3867289. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2024–2025.
Does Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS March 26, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS February 17, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2024–2025
Live grants for the work Fieldcrest Aspiration Foundation funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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