Eileen Harris Norton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Eileen Harris Norton Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $1.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.0 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
40% 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 | $1.3 million | 20 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 15 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Eileen Harris Norton 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Eileen Harris Norton Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $1.0 million |
| New York | 4 | $7,600 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cal Arts | To fund community projects | $1.0 million |
| Art and Practice Foundation | To further support educational activities to explore the arts. | $10,000 |
| HCC Foundation | To provide support for educators to help inspire and engage students and foster good learning habits. | $5,000 |
| Heart River Center | To provide assistance to underpriviledged children | $5,000 |
| Univ of Illinois Foundation | To provide support of the millie wilson exhibit. | $5,000 |
| Camfed USA Foundation | To support education for girls. To promote awareness of poverty and inequality among girls in africa. | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | To provide support for reproductive health care and sexual health information. | $2,000 |
| Propublica | To provide support for investigative journalism for the public good. | $2,000 |
| Reproductive Freedom for All | To provide support for reproductive rights. | $2,000 |
| Venice Arts | To support creation of artistic works | $2,000 |
| Raices | To support and help separated families and detained families | $1,000 |
| Cornell University | To support children | $500 |
| PBS | To making a positive impact on the lives of children | $500 |
| KCRW | Provides financial support and other resources to ensure that kcrw can maintain and expand its mission consistent with economic, social and technological developments. | $250 |
| The End Fund | To fight tropical diseases. | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Eileen Norton
Questions people ask
Does Eileen Harris Norton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eileen Harris Norton Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Eileen Harris Norton Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Eileen Norton (Trustee).
What does Eileen Harris Norton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.