Direct Relief Foundation
Santa Barbara, California · EIN 205983698 · Private foundation
Direct Relief Foundation is a California-based grantmaker. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $5.0M in giving and $100.1M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 5 grants for Direct Relief Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What Direct Relief Foundation funds
Direct Relief Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on disaster relief & emergency aid.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Relief TO SUPPORT THE OPERATIONS OF DIRECT RELIEF | Santa Barbara, CA | $11.2M | 2019 |
| Direct Relief TO SUPPORT THE OPERATIONS OF DIRECT RELIEF | Santa Barbara, CA | $9.7M | 2018 |
| Direct Relief TO SUPPORT THE OPERATIONS OF DIRECT RELIEF | Santa Barbara, CA | $7.7M | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from Direct Relief Foundation
Direct Relief Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about Direct Relief Foundation
- Does Direct Relief Foundation accept grant applications?
- Direct Relief Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Direct Relief Foundation fund?
- Direct Relief Foundation's grants focus on disaster relief & emergency aid. Example recipients include Direct Relief. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Direct Relief Foundation give in grants?
- Direct Relief Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $5.0M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $35.2M over 5 grants.
- Where is Direct Relief Foundation located?
- Direct Relief Foundation is based in Santa Barbara, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 205983698.
- How can I find foundations similar to Direct Relief Foundation?
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