Gruen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gruen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Springs, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $815,965 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $25,482 and the largest $300,000. 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$815,965
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$25,482
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$34.0 million
How to apply
Gruen 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 Gruen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 2 | $600,000 |
| Minnesota | 3 | $145,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,965 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| DAFGIVING360 | General fund | $300,000 |
| DAFGIVING360 | General fund | $300,000 |
| Temple Israel Minneapolis | General fund | $100,000 |
| Ezra-Habonim | General fund | $25,965 |
| University of Minnesota | General fund | $25,000 |
| Jewbelong Inc | General fund | $25,000 |
| US Halocaust Museum | General fund | $20,000 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | General fund | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce Gruen
- Jordan Klingsberg
Questions people ask
Does Gruen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gruen Family Foundation give?
$815,965 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $25,482.
Who runs Gruen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bruce Gruen (Trustee) and Jordan Klingsberg (Trustee).
What does Gruen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.