Laurie C McGrath Foundation
The Laurie C McGrath Foundation is a private foundation based in San Diego, California. Its 2024 grants supported organizations working in areas including reproductive health and abortion access, animal sanctuaries, and healthcare infrastructure.
Laurie C McGrath Foundation at a glance
In short: Laurie C McGrath Foundation gave $2.8M across 48 grants in 2024 (avg $59K), mostly in California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,823,688
- -14.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 48
- +26.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $58,827
- -32.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $22,500
- Total assets
- $61,094,554
- -0.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (51% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Laurie C McGrath Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 4855 Ruffner Street Suite B, San Diego, CA 92111
Phone: (858) 944-6990
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Laurie C McGrath Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Sharp Healthcare Foundation ($487K). Together the top 10 received $2.2M.
Grant Size Distribution
122 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 75 grants of 122 (61%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, grant dollars were distributed among recipients in California (51%), Washington, DC (16%), Colorado (9%), Texas (7%), and Louisiana (6%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 48 itemized grants.
Cities
How Laurie C McGrath Foundation gives
- 51% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+19%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 90% 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 (2024). 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $203K (2020) to $3.3M (2023). In 2024 it made 48 grants totaling $2.8M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sharp Healthcare Foundation San Diego, CA | Assistance with sharp healthcare hospital tower by donation of 4,140 shares of hartford financial group on 12/9/24 (book value of $263,747 - original cost method, fmv of $487,174 - hi/low method) | $487,175 |
| Planned Parenthood Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA | Assistance with access to abortion & women's health by donation of 5,065 shares of cisco systems on 12/12/24 (book value of $262,909 - original cost method, fmv of $299772 - hi/low method) | $299,772 |
| The Wild Animal Sanctuary Keenesburg, CO | Rescue and care anumal sanctuary by donation of 1,248 shares of cintas stock on 9/27/24 (book value of $108,950 - original cost method, fmv of $256027 - hi/low method) | $256,027 |
| Abortion Care Network Washington, DC | Assistance with access to abortion & choice by donation of 1,915 shares of emerson electric on 12/12/24 (book value of $176,685 - original cost method, fmv of $251,104 - hi/low method) | $251,104 |
| Black Women for Wellness Los Angeles, CA | Assistance with pro-choice and women health by donation of 1,910 shares of emerson electric on 12/13/24 (book value of $169,571 - original cost method, fmv of $249,818 - hi/low method) | $249,818 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas Dallas, TX | Assistance with sex education & access to abortion by donation of 1,533 shares of emerson electric on 12/12/24 (book value of $150,213 - original cost method, fmv of $201,015 - hi/low method) | $201,015 |
| Chimp Haven Keithville, LA | Assistance of animal sanctuary by donation of 660 shares of marathon petroleum on 12/9/24 (book value of $41,800 - original cost method, fmv of $101399 - hi/low method) | $101,399 |
| Center for a Humane Economy Washington, DC | Assistance to end animal testing by donation of 970 shares of conoco phillips on 12/9/24 (book value of $54,507 - original cost method, fmv of $100,846 - hi/low method) | $100,846 |
| Peta Washington, DC | Assistance with animal rescue and shelter by donation of 4,650 shares of ares capital on 12/13/24 (book value of $85,099 - original cost method, fmv of $100,463 - hi/low method) | $100,463 |
| Chimp Haven Keithville, LA | Assistance of animal sanctuary by donation of 575 shares of conoco philips on 12/9/24 (book value of $33,441 - original cost method, fmv of $59,780 - hi/low method) | $59,780 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $61,094,554 | $2,175,566 | $3,148,919 | $2,823,688 | 48 | $2,904,794 | $1,627,682 | $3,235,371 |
| 2023 | $61,208,492 | $1,143,349 | $3,619,140 | $3,290,765 | 38 | $3,332,720 | $1,456,718 | $2,980,599 |
| 2022 | $62,804,656 | $-271,479 | $3,588,955 | $2,423,077 | 20 | $2,446,550 | $1,339,754 | $3,149,274 |
| 2021 | $66,075,096 | $62,426,346 | $2,587,443 | $2,373,808 | 12 | $2,378,376 | $61,374,290 | $2,434,800 |
| 2020 | $5,653,963 | $387,354 | $330,089 | $203,163 | 4 | — | $41,748 | $2,359,089 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Laurie C McGrath Foundation reported a distributable amount of $3.2M for 2024 — 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 2024 grants included support for reproductive health and abortion-care organizations, animal sanctuaries, and a healthcare foundation. Planned Parenthood Los Angeles describes its mission as providing reproductive healthcare and sexual-health information through patient services, education, and advocacy. The Wild Animal Sanctuary describes its work as animal sanctuary and public education on captive wildlife. Chimp Haven describes its mission as providing care for sanctuary chimpanzees and inspiring action for the species.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 48 grants totaling $2,823,688. Grant amounts ranged from $250 to $487,175, with a median of $22,500. Among the largest grants were $487,175 to Sharp Healthcare Foundation for assistance with a hospital tower; $299,772 to Planned Parenthood Los Angeles for reproductive-health and abortion access; $256,027 to The Wild Animal Sanctuary; $251,104 to Abortion Care Network; and $249,818 to Black Women for Wellness.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Laurie C McGrath as president, director, and secretary, and Edward A Mendis as chief financial officer.
Laurie C McGrath Foundation is led by Laurie C. McGrath, President, Director & Secretary since 2023 (on filings since 2020); none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Laurie C. McGrath
President, Director & Secretary
President, Director & Secretary → President & Director, 2022
President & Director → President, Director & Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Edward A. Mendis
Chief Financial Officer
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: J. Carlee McGrath (2022) — Chairman, Director & Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 Laurie C McGrath Foundation
How much does Laurie C McGrath Foundation give each year?
Laurie C McGrath Foundation gave $2.8M across 48 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $3.3M across 38 grants.
What is Laurie C McGrath Foundation's typical grant size?
Laurie C McGrath Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $22,500, and its average grant was $58,827, across 48 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Laurie C McGrath Foundation give grants?
Laurie C McGrath Foundation gives mostly in California: 51% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were District of Columbia (16%) and Colorado (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were San Diego, CA (13 grants), Park City, UT (5 grants), Washington, DC (4 grants) and Los Angeles, CA (3 grants).
Does Laurie C McGrath Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 48 grants with a stated purpose on Laurie C McGrath Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Abused Women & Children" (4 grants).
Who are Laurie C McGrath Foundation's largest grantees?
Laurie C McGrath Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Sharp Healthcare Foundation ($487,175), Planned Parenthood Los Angeles ($299,772) and The Wild Animal Sanctuary ($256,027), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 37% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Laurie C McGrath Foundation?
Laurie C McGrath Foundation reported $61.1M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $2.9M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $3.2M (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 Laurie C McGrath Foundation fund?
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grants included support for reproductive health and abortion-care organizations, animal sanctuaries, and a healthcare foundation. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Laurie C McGrath Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Laurie C McGrath Foundation's EIN?
Laurie C McGrath Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-3696962. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Laurie C McGrath 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
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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