Monster Energy Cares is a corporate foundation established by Monster Beverage Corporation, headquartered in Corona, California. As a company-sponsored 501(c)(3) foundation, it serves as the philanthropic platform for Monster Energy's charitable giving and community support initiatives.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
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Annual Giving
$777K
-36.2% YoY
Grant Count
109
-28.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$7K
-11.1% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Monster Energy Cares supports organizations involved in the following areas:
- Military and Veterans Support – Active duty, injured, and retired military personnel
- Education – Including scholarship programs for military families
- Animal Welfare
- Fire Safety
- Human Services
- First Responders
- Monster Athletes and Their Charities
- Local Community Support
The foundation emphasizes supporting the communities in which Monster Energy operates as part of its corporate responsibility.
Grantmaking
Monster Energy Cares made 82 grants in 2023. Recent notable grants include:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation maintains a primary focus on Corona, California and surrounding communities. However, grantmaking extends nationally, with support for organizations serving military personnel, veterans, and first responders across the United States.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
2023 Financial Summary:
- Total Revenue: $1,225,000
- Total Expenses: $1,219,438
- Total Assets: $209,047
- Total Liabilities: $0
- Number of Employees: 0
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Dawsons Peak ($150,000), High Five Nonprofit Foundation ($150,000), The UCI Irvine Foundation ($113,342).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The UCI Irvine Foundation Orange, CA | CASH DONATION FOR FUNDRAISING | $113,342 |
| Vets on Track Foundation Chesterfield, VA | CASH DONATION FOR FUNDRAISING | $5,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society New York, NY | CASH DONATION FOR FUNDRAISING | $25,000 |
| 15 and the Mahomies Foundation Las Vegas, NV | CASH DONATION FOR FUNDRAISING | $100,000 |
| Dawsons Peak Los Angeles, CA | CASH DONATION FOR FUNDRAISING | $150,000 |
| American Heart Association Dallas, TX | EMPLOYEE MATCHING | $150 |
| Make-A-Wish Ohio Kentucky and Indiana Columbus, OH | CASH DONATION FOR FUNDRAISING | $1,000 |
| Anaheim Police Department Foundation Anaheim, CA | CASH DONATION FOR FUNDRAISING | $2,000 |
| High Five Nonprofit Foundation Truckee, CA | CASH DONATION FOR FUNDRAISING | $150,000 |
| Orange County Professional Firefighters Irvine, CA | CASH DONATION FOR FUNDRAISING | $1,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| RODNEY SACKS | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| THOMAS KELLY | SECRETARY/CFO | — | — |
| ELAINE ROGERS | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| HILTON SCHLOSBERG | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| NORMAN SMITH | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| DARLENE BARRETT | PRESIDENT | — | — |
Recent Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Monster Energy Cares has demonstrated ongoing support for veterans, including a $500,000 contribution to the Call of Duty Endowment. The foundation has also partnered with organizations like Make-A-Wish Foundation to support individuals in need and has participated in community initiatives including partnerships with UFC and HELP of Southern Nevada to provide bottled water to homeless populations in Las Vegas.
Philanthropy - Monster Energy Cares FoundationContact Information
- Address: 1 Monster Way, Corona, CA 92879-7101
- Phone: 951-739-6413
- Website: www.monsterbevcorp.com/sr-philanthropy.php
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Monster Energy Cares fund?
Monster Energy Cares supports organizations involved in the following areas: • **Military and Veterans Support** – Active duty, injured, and retired military personnel • **Education** – Including scholarship programs for military families • **Animal Welfare** • **Fire Safety** • **Human Services** • **First Responders** • **Monster Athletes and Their Charities** • **Local Community Support** The foundation emphasizes supporting the communities in which Monster Energy operates as part of its cor…
How do I apply for a grant from Monster Energy Cares?
Monster Energy Cares made 82 grants in 2023. Recent notable grants include: | Grantee | Amount | Year | |---------|--------|------| | Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | $322,000 | 2023 | | High Fives Nonprofit Foundation | $150,000 | 2023 | | American Humane - First To Serve | $100,000 | 2023 | The foundation's grantmaking includes cash donations for fundraising and employee matching contributions. Revenue sources include proceeds from IT recycling conducted by Monster Energy's IT departmen…
Where does Monster Energy Cares make grants?
The foundation maintains a primary focus on Corona, California and surrounding communities. However, grantmaking extends nationally, with support for organizations serving military personnel, veterans, and first responders across the United States.
What size grants does Monster Energy Cares award?
In 2024, Monster Energy Cares awarded 109 grants totaling $777K — an average of about $7K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Monster Energy Cares's EIN?
Monster Energy Cares's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-4652012. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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