Frederick R Weisman Philanthropic
Preselected recipients only
Frederick R Weisman Philanthropic is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $108,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $35,000. 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$108,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2024 was up from $107,000 the year before.
5% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $107,000 | 39 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $108,000 | 21 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
Frederick R Weisman Philanthropic 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 Frederick R Weisman Philanthropic funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 20 | $105,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United States Adaptive Recreation Center | Therapeutic outdoor rec. Disabled | $35,000 |
| Los Angeles Co Museum of Art | Financial support for public display | $15,000 |
| Johnson Cancer Center Foundation | Find cure for cancer | $5,000 |
| Lung Cancer Foundation | Lung cancer research | $5,000 |
| Museum Contemprary Art | Provide support for public display | $5,000 |
| Public Counsel | Provide legal services to poor peopl | $5,000 |
| UCLA Hammer Museum | Suppor public display of art | $5,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | Fighting pancreatic cancer | $3,000 |
| Tower Cancer Research Center | Programs to prevent,treat cancer | $3,000 |
| Skirball Cultural Center | Support for art exhibit installation | $3,000 |
| New York STEM Cell Research | Stem cell research | $3,000 |
| Childrens Hospital Los Angeles | Expression of humanity | $3,000 |
| Special Needs Resource Goup | Special education for children | $3,000 |
| Los Angles Ballet | Transportation for underprivilege | $2,000 |
| La Mission | Assisting the homeless | $2,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Assisting eldery -food delivery | $2,000 |
| New Directions | Serve the developmentally disable | $2,000 |
| Bread of Life | Food for low income individuals | $2,000 |
| Midnight Mission | Assisting homeless | $2,000 |
| Downtown Womens Center | Needs for homeless women | $2,000 |
| UCLA Foundationdeept of Arts | Student scholarships in studio art | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Billie Milam Weisman
- Sidney J Machtinger
- Scott Stover
- Corey Hanker
Questions people ask
Does Frederick R Weisman Philanthropic accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frederick R Weisman Philanthropic give?
$108,000 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Frederick R Weisman Philanthropic?
Its 2024 filing lists Billie Milam Weisman (President &), Sidney J Machtinger (Secretary/Di), Scott Stover (Treasurer/Di) and Corey Hanker (Trustee/Cio).
What does Frederick R Weisman Philanthropic fund?
Based on its grants, mainly disability, arts and culture and health.