Hirshan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hirshan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pasadena, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $51,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$51,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees92%
Giving in 2025 was up from $25,000 the year before.
92% of its 2025 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 | $36,500 | 10 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $25,000 | 3 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $51,000 | 17 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Hirshan 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 Hirshan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $17,500 |
| New York | 2 | $13,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $8,500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $3,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Ali Forney Center | Support recipient's program | $10,000 |
| Brentwood Art Center | Support recipient's program | $5,000 |
| Center Theatre Group | Support recipient's program | $5,000 |
| Individual | Support recipient's program | $4,000 |
| Individual | Support recipient's program | $3,500 |
| Camba | Support recipient's program | $3,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Support recipient's program | $3,000 |
| Individual | Support recipient's program | $2,500 |
| Peta | Support recipient's program | $2,500 |
| Farm Aid | Support recipient's program | $2,000 |
| Inner-City Arts | Support recipient's program | $2,000 |
| Individual | Support recipient's program | $2,000 |
| Taking the Reigns | Support recipient's program | $1,000 |
| BABY2BABY | Support recipient's program | $1,000 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | Support recipient's program | $1,000 |
| Hopewell Fund | Support recipient's program | $1,000 |
| Partners in Health | Support recipient's program | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen Hirshan
- Sarah Hirshan
- Susan Dey
- Ruby Krull
Questions people ask
Does Hirshan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hirshan Family Foundation give?
$51,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Hirshan Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Karen Hirshan (Co-Managing Dir), Sarah Hirshan (Co-Manging Dir), Susan Dey (Director) and Ruby Krull (Director).
What does Hirshan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.