David & Sylvia Weisz Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David & Sylvia Weisz Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $421,450 in 92 grants; the typical grant was $1,050 and the largest $100,000. 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$421,450
- Number of grants92
- Typical grant$1,050
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$10.4 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $442,850 the year before.
33% 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 | $433,600 | 107 | $9.0 million |
| 2024 | $442,850 | 107 | $9.7 million |
| 2025 | $421,450 | 92 | $10.4 million |
How to apply
David & Sylvia Weisz 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 David & Sylvia Weisz Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 63 | $346,700 |
| District of Columbia | 8 | $28,000 |
| New York | 7 | $17,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $8,500 |
| Georgia | 2 | $6,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cedars - Sinai | Support of organization's mission | $100,000 |
| Jewish Federation | Support of organization's mission | $25,000 |
| Museum of Craft and Design | Support of organization's mission | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Support of organization's mission | $25,000 |
| The UCLA Foundation | Support of organization's mission | $25,000 |
| Concern Foundation | Support of organization's mission | $16,150 |
| ACLU | Support of organization's mission | $13,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Support of organization's mission | $10,000 |
| La Regional Food Bank | Support of organization's mission | $10,000 |
| Vista del Mar | Support of organization's mission | $10,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Support of organization's mission | $10,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Support of organization's mission | $10,000 |
| Spcala | Support of organization's mission | $8,500 |
| American Red Cross | Support of organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Center for Biological Diversity | Support of organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Conservation International | Support of organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Santa Barbara | Support of organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Los Angeles Mission | Support of organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Paralyzed Veterans of America | Support of organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Santa Barbara Museum of Art | Support of organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Women's Guild Cedars-Sinai - Cedars-Sinai | Support of organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Support of organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Feeding America | Support of organization's mission | $3,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Support of organization's mission | $3,500 |
| Lacma | Support of organization's mission | $2,600 |
| Amnesty International | Support of organization's mission | $2,500 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Support of organization's mission | $2,500 |
| Cedars Sinai Board of Governers | Support of organization's mission | $2,500 |
| Ecoflix | Support of organization's mission | $2,500 |
| Healthcare for Homeless Animals | Support of organization's mission | $2,500 |
| League of Women Voters | Support of organization's mission | $2,500 |
| Mutts With A Mission | Support of organization's mission | $2,500 |
| Pets for Vets | Support of organization's mission | $2,500 |
| Santa Barbara Artist Association | Support of organization's mission | $2,500 |
| The Wilderness Society | Support of organization's mission | $2,500 |
| Tree People | Support of organization's mission | $2,500 |
| Wallis Annenberg Ctr for Performing Arts | Support of organization's mission | $2,500 |
| Heal the Bay | Support of organization's mission | $2,000 |
| KCRW | Support of organization's mission | $2,000 |
| Los Angeles Philharmonic Ass | Support of organization's mission | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jay H Grodin
- Judith Carroll
- Katherine Ireland
- Carey Pearlman
- Jeremy Ireland
- John Carroll
- Jennifer Carroll
Questions people ask
Does David & Sylvia Weisz Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David & Sylvia Weisz Foundation give?
$421,450 in tax year 2025, across 92 grants, with a typical grant of $1,050.
Who runs David & Sylvia Weisz Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jay H Grodin (VP & Treasurer), Judith Carroll (Vice President), Katherine Ireland (Vice President) and Carey Pearlman (Secretary) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does David & Sylvia Weisz Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and environment and conservation.