UC San Diego Foundation
La Jolla, California · EIN 952872494 · Private foundation
UC San Diego Foundation is a California-based grantmaker. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $230.3M in giving and $2.02B in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 12 grants for UC San Diego Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What UC San Diego Foundation funds
UC San Diego Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, higher education.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regents of the University of California SUPPORT UNIV. PROG. | La Jolla, CA | $168.5M | 2023 |
| Regents of the University of California SUPPORT UNIV. PROG. | La Jolla, CA | $156.5M | 2020 |
| Regents of the University of California SUPPORT UNIV. PROG. | La Jolla, CA | $125.2M | 2022 |
How to apply for funding from UC San Diego Foundation
UC San Diego 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. You can review the foundation directly at foundation.ucsd.edu.
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Frequently asked questions about UC San Diego Foundation
- Does UC San Diego Foundation accept grant applications?
- UC San Diego 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 UC San Diego Foundation fund?
- UC San Diego Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Regents of the University of California. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does UC San Diego Foundation give in grants?
- UC San Diego Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $230.3M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $757.8M over 12 grants.
- Where is UC San Diego Foundation located?
- UC San Diego Foundation is based in La Jolla, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 952872494.
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