Casper Mills Scholarship Foundation
Accepts applications
Casper Mills Scholarship Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Monica, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $195,250 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $19,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$195,250
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$19,000
- Assets$5.6 million
Giving in 2024 was down from $210,000 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $195,000 | 21 | $5.4 million |
| 2023 | $210,000 | 22 | $5.5 million |
| 2024 | $195,250 | 24 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2024 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
| Contact | Kevin Axelrad Lisa Axelrad Administ 12340 Santa Monica Blvd Suite 212, Los Angeles, CA 90025 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (310) 449-0143 |
| What to submit | 1. Completed casper mills scholarship foundation application form 2. Personal statement as follows: 2A. 3/4 of a page in simple form, about personal background and history, including family situation and relationships 2B. 1/2 page on academic history to date 2C. 1/2 page on academic goals for the future 3. Projected budget for the upcoming academic year 4. Summary of all outstanding student loans to date, organized by year and source 5. Photo of the applicant 6. Most recent income tax return (if dependent, need to submit parents' return) 7. Copy of transcripts from high school, junior college and/or college 8. Proof of intent to be enrolled as a full-time student for upcoming academic year 9. Personal interview and meeting with trustees |
| Deadlines | Between april and august |
| Restrictions | 1. The candidate shall have completed and graduated from an accredited high school; 2. The scholarship shall be used for college or post-college education; 3. One or both of the candidate's parents are deceased; or the parents of the candidate are divorced or separated, and neither parent has the financial ability to provide further education of the candidate; 4. One or both of the candidate's parents are of jewish ancestry (defined as either parent of the jewish faith or having converted to the jewish faith); 5. The candidate must have maintained the equivalent of a 3.0 or b gpa in high school or college; 6. The candidate must lack adequate funds from other sources for their support and education requirements; 7. The candidate must be a citizen of the united states, or have a pending application. |
What Casper Mills Scholarship Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 18 | $131,250 |
| New York | 2 | $23,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $19,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $11,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $7,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | 1 year scholareship | $19,000 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $19,000 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $15,000 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $12,000 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $12,000 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $11,000 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $10,000 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $9,500 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $8,000 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $8,000 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $8,000 |
| Individual | 1 year schoularship | $7,000 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $7,000 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $6,000 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $6,000 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $6,000 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $4,750 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $4,500 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $4,000 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $3,500 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $3,500 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $3,500 |
| Individual | 1 year scholarship | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kevin J Axelrad
- Peter Mainstain
- Steven E Young
- Julie Kutasov
Questions people ask
Does Casper Mills Scholarship Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Between april and august.
How much does Casper Mills Scholarship Foundation give?
$195,250 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs Casper Mills Scholarship Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kevin J Axelrad (President/Dir), Peter Mainstain (Treasurer/Dir), Steven E Young (Secretary/Dir) and Julie Kutasov (Director).
What does Casper Mills Scholarship Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.