Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Required status

  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

  • Only organizations meeting the following criteria should apply for funding.
  • Your program services expense comprises at least 65% of total functional expenses.
  • Your funding request is for a program specific to children in Southern California ages birth to 18You can clearly define the number of children served by this program.
  • You will submit an impact summary (to be provided by Variety) within 10 months of receipt of funding.

Overview

The Variety SoCal Grant aims to provide vital support to organizations dedicated to assisting children with special needs in Southern California. With a focus on health care, education, and mobility, the grant seeks to empower 501(c)(3) organizations that demonstrate a strong commitment to serving children aged birth to 18. By ensuring that at least 65% of total expenses are directed towards program services, the grant fosters impactful initiatives tailored to the unique needs of these children.

Eligibility

Only organizations meeting the following criteria should apply for funding.You are a 501(c ) 3 organizationYour program services expense comprises at least 65% of total functional expensesYour mission is to aid children with special needs in the areas of Health Care, Education or MobilityYour funding request is for a program specific to children in Southern California ages birth to 18You can clearly define the number of children served by this programYou will submit an impact summary (to be provided by Variety) within 10 months of receipt of funding.If your organization is listed on www.Guidestar.org you should be current and updated with all Basic Organization Information.

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

  • Nonprofits
  • Disabled
  • Special education

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