Mosher Foundation
The Mosher Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) foundation based in Santa Barbara, California, incorporated in 1951 and tax-exempt since October 1952. The foundation operates as an independent grantmaking organization with a focused approach to philanthropic giving in its local community.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$34.3M
+5.4% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.5M
+30.0% YoY
Grant Count
67
+6.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$23K
+22.2% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Mosher Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2.1M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission Statement: The Mosher Foundation supports compelling, effective programs in Education, Healthcare, and Performing Arts in the Santa Barbara area, with a focus on forging partnerships where Foundation support will make a significant positive difference for the community within a relatively short period of time.
Primary Focus Areas:
- Education: Supporting effective educational institutions
- Healthcare: Funding innovative community collaborations and programs focused on good nutrition, healthy eating education, and availability of healthy food for low-income individuals and families. The foundation also supports substance abuse disorder prevention and treatment programs.
- Performing Arts: Supporting effective performing arts institutions
Grantmaking
The foundation made approximately $1.53 million in grants in 2024, with typical award amounts ranging from $200,000 to $305,000.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation funds organizations located within South Santa Barbara County, with a particular emphasis on the Santa Barbara area.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $34,252,495
- Total Revenue: $4,195,574
- Total Expenses: $2,444,667
- Total Liabilities: $0
- Staff: 3 employees
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $34,252,495 | $32,501,714 | $34,124,520 |
| Revenue | $4,195,574 | $1,289,538 | $3,241,626 |
| Expenses | $2,444,667 | $2,102,103 | $2,404,879 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $2,110,918 | $1,765,407 | $2,089,383 |
| Net Investment Income | $3,882,418 | $990,694 | $2,953,094 |
| Distributable Amount | $2,054,635 | $1,909,010 | $2,054,405 |
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
200 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Foundation ($300,000), Foodbank of Santa Barbara County ($252,800), Sansum Diabetes Research Institute ($153,500).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS-BY-THE-SEA EPISOCPAL CHURCH SANTA BARBARA, CA | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(C)(3) CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $1,500 |
| CALM SANTA BARBARA, CA | CALM AT HEART - INNOVATOR | $6,800 |
| CAMA SANTA BARBARA, CA | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(C)(3) CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $27,000 |
| CANCER CENTER OF SANTA BARBARA SANTA BARBARA, CA | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(C)(3) CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $3,000 |
| CHILDREN & FAMILY RESOURCE SERVICES SANTA BARBARA, CA | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(C)(3) CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $5,000 |
| DIRECT RELIEF SANTA BARBARA, CA | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(C)(3) CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $1,000 |
| ELINGS PARK FOUNDATION SANTA BARBARA, CA | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(C)(3) CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $1,000 |
| ENSEMBLE THEATRE OF SANTA BARBARA SANTA BARBARA, CA | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(C)(3) CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $4,500 |
| EXPONENT PHILANTHROPY WASHINGTON, DC | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(C)(3) CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $830 |
| FOODBANK OF SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SANTA BARBARA, CA | IN FURTHERANCE OF SECTION 501(C)(3) CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $252,800 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Edward E. Birch: Board Chair
- Yvette Giller (Yvette Birch Giller): President and Chief Executive Officer
- Jennifer Engmyr: Executive Vice President
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDWARD BIRCH | TRUSTEE | 30 | $135,414 |
| YVETTE GILLER | PRESIDENT & CEO | 30 | $149,190 |
| JENNIFER ENGMYR | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 35 | $140,422 |
| CHRISTINE EMMONS | TRUSTEE | 2 | $6,900 |
| ALIXE MATTINGLY | TRUSTEE | 2 | $6,900 |
| R BRUCE MCFADDEN | TRUSTEE/SECRETARY | 2 | $6,900 |
| SUZANNE BIRCH | TRUSTEE | 2 | $6,900 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation continues to support local nonprofits addressing community health crises. Recent initiatives include support for the Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (CADA) in expanding its Adult Residential Treatment Services (ARTS) facility to address substance abuse disorder treatment needs in Santa Barbara County. The foundation has also supported Rooted Santa Barbara County with a $100,000 grant.
Rooted Santa Barbara County Receives $100000 Grant ...Contact Information
Address: 1114 State Street, Suite 248 Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone: 805.962.1700
Email: info@mosherfdn.com
Website: mosherfoundation.org
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mosher Foundation fund?
**Mission Statement:** The Mosher Foundation supports compelling, effective programs in Education, Healthcare, and Performing Arts in the Santa Barbara area, with a focus on forging partnerships where Foundation support will make a significant positive difference for the community within a relatively short period of time. **Primary Focus Areas:** • **Education:** Supporting effective educational institutions • **Healthcare:** Funding innovative community collaborations and programs focused on g…
How do I apply for a grant from Mosher Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** The foundation made approximately $1.53 million in grants in 2024, with typical award amounts ranging from $200,000 to $305,000. **Recent Grants (2024):** • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Foundation: $300,000 • Foodbank of Santa Barbara County: $252,800 • Sansum Diabetes Research Institute: $153,500 **Application Process:** Engagement with the Mosher Foundation regarding grant requests is by invitation only. Discussions are limited to nonprofits that are: • Focused on Educat…
Where does Mosher Foundation make grants?
The foundation funds organizations located within South Santa Barbara County, with a particular emphasis on the Santa Barbara area.
What size grants does Mosher Foundation award?
In 2024, Mosher Foundation awarded 67 grants totaling $1.5M — an average of about $23K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Mosher Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Mosher Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2.1M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Mosher Foundation's EIN?
Mosher Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-6037266. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
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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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