Brotman Foundation of California
Accepts applications
Brotman Foundation of California is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $182,500 in 46 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$182,500
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$5.9 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2024 was down from $202,820 the year before.
78% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $202,820 | 45 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $182,500 | 46 | $5.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Toni Wald Co Brotman Foundation of 1925 Century Park East 16th FL, Los Angeles, CA 90067 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (310) 273-2501, submissions@thebrotmanfoundation.com |
| What to submit | Outline of project & letter of submission. If additional information is needed, it will be requested. |
| Deadlines | None - accepted anytime. |
| Restrictions | Favor so. California area and grants relating to children, arts, education, medical, and the environment. Awards limited to irc section 501(c)(3) organizations. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Brotman Foundation of California funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 34 | $135,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $10,000 |
| New York | 3 | $9,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $6,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The UCLA Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $15,000 |
| Hammer Museum | Public support of organization mission | $13,000 |
| Cedars-Sinai | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Oakwood School | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| The Brent Shapiro Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Womens Guild Cedars-Sinai | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $6,000 |
| Thinkagain Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $6,000 |
| Caa Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Inner-City Arts | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Mercy Medical Angels | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Oceana | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Spine Hope | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| The Painted Turtle | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Tower Cancer Research Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| University of Southern California (USC Hillel) | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Wam at Cleveland Clinic | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Wesleyan University | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Ahead With Horses Inc | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Casa Youth Shelter | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Children of the Night | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Emergency Network Los Angeles Inc | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Homeboy Industries | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Koenig Childhood Cancer Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Oxfam America | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Program for Tortured Victims | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Rytmo | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Save the Children | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Stand With US | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| The Brady Campaign | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Westside Food Bank | Public support of organization mission | $2,000 |
| Big Sunday | Public support of organization mission | $1,500 |
| Elemyouth in Distress in Israel | Public support of organization mission | $1,500 |
| Women's Cancer Research Fund of BCRF | Public support of organization mission | $1,500 |
| 826LA | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| American Wild Horses Campaign | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| CARE4PAWS | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| Friends of la Animal Shelters | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Toni Brotman Wald
- Alexis Wald
- Lena Wald
Questions people ask
Does Brotman Foundation of California accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: None - accepted anytime.
How much does Brotman Foundation of California give?
$182,500 in tax year 2024, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Brotman Foundation of California?
Its 2024 filing lists Toni Brotman Wald (President), Alexis Wald (Secretary) and Lena Wald (Treasurer).
What does Brotman Foundation of California fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.