Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Rolling (quarterly review)

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Rolling — applications accepted year-round
Tracked since
April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Overview

Compassion Grant Program

Target: Children and families in Southern California

Mission: Provide direct financial assistance to meet urgent needs of children and families in the community

1. Health Care

For children in need of medical treatments, therapies, equipment, or supplies not fully covered by insurance or other resources. This may include:

  • Doctor visits
  • Medications
  • Hospital bills
  • Mental health services
  • Specialized care that ensures a child's well-being

2. Education

For children who require assistance to access quality learning opportunities. This may include:

  • Tutoring
  • School supplies
  • Technology
  • Educational programs
  • Tuition support

3. Mobility

For children who need adaptive equipment or resources that increase independence, accessibility, and inclusion. May include:

  • Wheelchairs
  • Walkers
  • Customized bikes
  • Lifts
  • Modifications that improve a child's ability to move, explore, and participate in daily life

Contact Information:

  • Address: 25129 The Old Road Suite 107, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
  • Phone: 323.655.1547
  • Email: britni@varietysocal.org

How to Apply

Application Process

  1. Determine which area of need applies (Health Care, Education, or Mobility)
  2. Complete Compassion Grant application form
  3. Submit application through the grant portal

Note: If mobility assistance is needed, see the separate Variety Kids on the Go! Mobility Program Application

What Variety - the Childrens Charity of Southern California Tent 25 actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
9
Total given
$280K
Median grant
$15K
Range
$5,225–$170K
  • By dollars: California 100%. Top recipient cities: Los Angeles, CA; Gardena, CA; Oceanside, CA.
  • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

  • Variety Boys and Girls Club · Los Angeles, CA

    Fund org. program(s)

    $170K

  • Concerned Black Men of LA · Gardena, CA

    Fund org. program(s)

    $25K

  • CASA De Ampro · Oceanside, CA

    Fund org. program(s)

    $25K

  • Surfer Healing Foundation · Capistrano Beach, CA

    Fund org. program(s)

    $18K

  • Ride on Therapeutic · Chatsworth, CA

    Fund org. program(s)

    $15K

IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Disabled
  • Healthcare
  • Education
  • Hardship

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