John Percival and Mary C Jefferson
John Percival and Mary C Jefferson is a private foundation based in Santa Barbara, California. Its 2026 filing reports grants to organizations and individual recipients, including support for fellowships and living expenses.
John Percival and Mary C Jefferson at a glance
In short: John Percival and Mary C Jefferson gave $152K across 33 grants in 2026 (avg $5K), mostly in California. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $151,710
- +13.9% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 33
- +6.5% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $4,597
- +7.0% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $3,008,160
- +13.5% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- California (100% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026.
How to apply to John Percival and Mary C Jefferson
- How to Apply
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Contact Patricia Allen to request an application form or submit a letter request. Organizations must include a copy of their federal tax exemption letter.
- Contact
Application contact: Patricia Allen
Mailing address: 114 E De La Guerra St Studio 3, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone: (805) 963-8822
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who John Percival and Mary C Jefferson funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Ganna Walska Lotusland ($30K). Together the top 10 received $108K.
Grant Size Distribution
157 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 157 grants of 157 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation states that its grants are limited to Santa Barbara County, California. All grant dollars reported for 2026 went to recipients in California.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 33 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How John Percival and Mary C Jefferson gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2023 to 2026 (+8%). Method
- In 2026 it paid out 95% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $77K (2021) to $152K (2026). In 2026 it made 33 grants totaling $152K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ganna Walska Lotusland Montecito, CA | Sustainable Health Care Summer Internship | $30,000 |
| Music Academy of the West Santa Barbara, CA | Two Fellowships | $30,000 |
| Thomas J Garcia Santa Barbara, CA | Mortgage and Living Expenses | $24,000 |
| Jeffrey S Harrison Santa Barbara, CA | Rent & Living Expenses | $5,000 |
| Norrine Besser Santa Barbara, CA | Rent Assistance | $4,350 |
| Lisa O'Niahill Goleta, CA | Rent and Living Expenses | $3,660 |
| Marla Moretti Santa Barbara, CA | Living Expenses | $3,600 |
| Veronique Easley Santa Barbara, CA | Rent & Living Expenses | $3,000 |
| Alan Chierici Santa Barbara, CA | Rent & Living Expenses | $2,000 |
| Arlene Torres Lompoc, CA | Rent & Living Expenses | $2,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,008,160 | $760,784 | $402,867 | $151,710 | 33 | $277,136 | $645,309 | $292,932 |
| 2025 | $2,650,243 | $630,984 | $362,373 | $133,220 | 31 | $250,890 | $519,500 | $275,547 |
| 2024 | $2,381,632 | $161,755 | $332,383 | $132,865 | 32 | $236,129 | $65,501 | $240,570 |
| 2023 | $2,552,260 | $167,189 | $337,550 | $140,360 | 29 | $245,388 | $75,027 | $221,951 |
| 2022 | $2,722,621 | $249,486 | $284,832 | $98,185 | 32 | $190,359 | $155,013 | $259,308 |
| 2021 | $2,757,967 | $187,262 | $241,502 | $76,960 | 21 | — | $106,145 | $216,107 |
| 2020 | $2,812,207 | $131,988 | $271,275 | $104,274 | 42 | — | $50,029 | $203,963 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, John Percival and Mary C Jefferson reported a distributable amount of $293K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants included support for living and rent expenses, two fellowships at Music Academy of the West, and a sustainable health care summer internship at Ganna Walska Lotusland.
Music Academy of the West describes its mission as providing classically trained musicians and diverse audiences with transformative educational and performance experiences. Ganna Walska Lotusland says it works to preserve and enhance the botanical gardens and estate, and to educate and inspire visitors through its collections, sustainable horticulture practices, and plant conservation.
Grantmaking
In 2026, the foundation made 33 grants totaling $151,710. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $30,000, with a median of $2,000. The largest listed awards were $30,000 each to Music Academy of the West and Ganna Walska Lotusland. Other notable grants included $24,000 for mortgage and living expenses and $5,000 for rent and living expenses.
The foundation states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Applicants may request an application form or submit a letter request. An organization requesting a grant must include a copy of its federal tax exemption letter. Grants are limited to Santa Barbara County, California.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Arthur R. Gaudi and Patricia Allen as trustees. It also lists Steven M. Anders as trustee until 1152026.
John Percival and Mary C Jefferson's 2026 filing lists 2 officers; all 2 officers listed in 2026 are compensated.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Arthur R. Gaudi
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$27K (2020) → $38K (2026)
Patricia Allen
Trustee
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
$27K (2020) → $38K (2026)
Former officers (1)
- Former: Steven M. Anders (2020–2026) — Trustee · Filing note: Until 1152026
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $38K, to Arthur R Gaudi (Trustee). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about John Percival and Mary C Jefferson
How much does John Percival and Mary C Jefferson give each year?
John Percival and Mary C Jefferson gave $152K across 33 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $133K across 31 grants.
What is John Percival and Mary C Jefferson's typical grant size?
John Percival and Mary C Jefferson's median grant in 2026 was $2,000, and its average grant was $4,597, across 33 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does John Percival and Mary C Jefferson give grants?
John Percival and Mary C Jefferson gives mostly in California: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Santa Barbara, CA (18 grants), Goleta, CA (5 grants), Lompoc, CA (4 grants) and Santa Maria, CA (2 grants).
Does John Percival and Mary C Jefferson give general operating support?
Not in 2026: none of the 33 grants with a stated purpose on John Percival and Mary C Jefferson's 2026 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Rent & Living Expenses" (26 grants).
Who are John Percival and Mary C Jefferson's largest grantees?
John Percival and Mary C Jefferson's largest 2026 grantees include Ganna Walska Lotusland ($30,000), Music Academy of the West ($30,000) and Thomas J Garcia ($24,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 55% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is John Percival and Mary C Jefferson?
John Percival and Mary C Jefferson reported $3.0M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $277K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $293K (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 John Percival and Mary C Jefferson fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants included support for living and rent expenses, two fellowships at Music Academy of the West, and a sustainable health care summer internship at Ganna Walska Lotusland. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from John Percival and Mary C Jefferson?
Contact Patricia Allen to request an application form or submit a letter request. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is John Percival and Mary C Jefferson's EIN?
John Percival and Mary C Jefferson's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-6005231. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2026.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 12, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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