A&j Kay Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
A&j Kay Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $913,530 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $50,100 and the largest $146,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$913,530
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$50,100
- Largest grant$146,000
- Assets$21.6 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $750,000 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $780,000 | 15 | $17.2 million |
| 2024 | $750,000 | 19 | $19.8 million |
| 2025 | $913,530 | 16 | $21.6 million |
How to apply
A&j Kay Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What A&j Kay Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $420,200 |
| New York | 3 | $248,130 |
| Maryland | 1 | $105,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,200 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Civil Liberties Union | Charitable purposes of the organization | $146,000 |
| Hias Inc | Charitable purposes of the organization | $105,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | Charitable purposes of the organization | $100,000 |
| Sickle Cell Disease Foundation | Charitable purposes of the organization | $96,000 |
| Heroes' Movement | Charitable purposes of the organization | $72,000 |
| God's Love We Deliver Inc | Charitable purposes of the organization | $62,130 |
| Hollywood Food Coalition | Charitable purposes of the organization | $60,000 |
| OxFarm America | Charitable purposes of the organization | $50,200 |
| Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society | Charitable purposes of the organization | $50,000 |
| Canine Companions for Independence | Charitable purposes of the organization | $40,000 |
| Pride Orthopedics Inc | Charitable purposes of the organization | $40,000 |
| Children's Hospital Los Angeles | Charitable purposes of the organization | $30,000 |
| American Academy for Cerebral Palsy | Charitable purposes of the organization | $20,000 |
| Fonkoze USA | Charitable purposes of the organization | $20,000 |
| Angel City Sports | Charitable purposes of the organization | $20,000 |
| Peace Over Violence | Charitable purposes of the organization | $2,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Gregory Louis Kay
- Dr Karen Lynne Kay
- Dr Robert Michael Kay
Questions people ask
Does A&j Kay Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does A&j Kay Family Foundation give?
$913,530 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $50,100.
Who runs A&j Kay Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dr Gregory Louis Kay (President), Dr Karen Lynne Kay (Secretary) and Dr Robert Michael Kay (Treasurer).
What does A&j Kay Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger and health.