Garen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Garen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $117,255 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,778 and the largest $60,000. 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$117,255
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,778
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was down from $175,713 the year before.
7% of its 2025 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 | $148,777 | 16 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $175,713 | 17 | $3.6 million |
| 2025 | $117,255 | 14 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Garen Family 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 Garen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $77,557 |
| Utah | 8 | $29,698 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $3,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harvard Westlake School | Unrestricted | $60,000 |
| Museique | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| National Ability Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Pioneer Theatre | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| High Rocks | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Utah Symphony | Unrestricted | $4,348 |
| Microfinancing Partners in Africa | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| The Huntington | Unrestricted | $2,557 |
| Climate Science Legal Defense Fund | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Nova Chamber Music Series | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| KPCW | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Mountain Trails Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Egyptian Theatre | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Park City Museum | Unrestricted | $350 |
Officers and trustees
- Eric R Garen
- Nancy J Garen
Questions people ask
Does Garen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Garen Family Foundation give?
$117,255 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,778.
Who runs Garen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Eric R Garen (Trustee) and Nancy J Garen (Trustee).
What does Garen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and environment and conservation.