Irene C Finkelstein Foundation
Accepts applications
Irene C Finkelstein Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $79,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $12,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$79,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2023 was up from $63,500 the year before.
7% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $63,500 | 13 | $1.7 million |
| 2023 | $79,000 | 14 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Board of Directors 315 Conway Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (310) 271-0896 |
| What to submit | Request in writing;include id# and non profit status |
| Restrictions | Religious, medical, & educational |
What Irene C Finkelstein Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $70,000 |
| New York | 2 | $6,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cmta - Charcol Marie Tooth Association | Charitable | $12,000 |
| The Harmony Project | Educational | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Los Angeles | Educational | $10,000 |
| Uc Berkeley School of Law | Educational | $10,000 |
| Feed My Poor Inc | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Jewish Healing Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Los Angeles Philharmonic | Educational | $5,000 |
| Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles | Educational | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Westide Food Bank | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Washington University | Educational | $3,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Miracle Flights for Kids | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Children of the Night | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Leonard Unger
- Seymour Strauss
- Penny Duffy
Questions people ask
Does Irene C Finkelstein Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Irene C Finkelstein Foundation give?
$79,000 in tax year 2023, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Irene C Finkelstein Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Leonard Unger (President/Ceo), Seymour Strauss (Secretary/Cfo) and Penny Duffy (None).
What does Irene C Finkelstein Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.