Isakow Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Isakow Foundation is a private foundation in La Jolla, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $339,534 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$339,534
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$743,523
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2025 was up from $165,568 the year before.
68% 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 | $119,180 | 19 | $645,771 |
| 2024 | $165,568 | 22 | $642,857 |
| 2025 | $339,534 | 41 | $743,523 |
How to apply
Isakow 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 Isakow Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California. It also paid $915 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 25 | $223,592 |
| New York | 7 | $105,703 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $3,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,860 |
| Michigan | 2 | $1,360 |
| Arizona | 1 | $104 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| JCF Daf | To further charitable objective | $100,000 |
| Kindness Initiatives | To further charitable objectives | $81,955 |
| Hebrew Free Loan of SD | To further charitable objectives | $50,360 |
| Scripps Health Foundation | To further charitable objective | $25,000 |
| City of Hope | To further charitable objectives | $20,000 |
| Jewish Federation of San Diego | To further charitable objectives | $10,500 |
| Congregation Beth El | To further charitable objectives | $7,957 |
| Soile Hebrew Day School | To further charitable objectives | $6,600 |
| Jewish Community Center | To further charitable objectives | $5,154 |
| Chabad of la Jolla | To further charitable objectives | $4,000 |
| We Walk Together | To further charitable objectives | $2,500 |
| Upenn the Wharton Fund | To further charitable objectives | $2,500 |
| Chabad of San Diego | To further charitable objectives | $2,160 |
| Fund for Israel | To further charitable objectives | $1,860 |
| Jinsa | To further charitable objectives | $1,800 |
| Or Halev | To further charitable objectives | $1,800 |
| Hillel of San Diego | To further charitable objectives | $1,540 |
| Jewish Funders Network | To further charitable objectives | $1,339 |
| Hadassah | To further charitable objectives | $1,024 |
| Detroit Jewish News | To further charitable objectives | $1,000 |
| Maccabi USA | To further charitable objectivesto further charitable objectivesto further charitable objectives | $1,000 |
| Peace of Mind | To further charitable objectives | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of the Pacific SW | To further charitable objectives | $1,000 |
| Uc San Diego Foundation | To further charitable objectives | $1,000 |
| Chabad of Pacific Beach | To further charitable objectives | $771 |
| Icc International Court Council | To further charitable objectives | $600 |
| Cheetah Outreach Trust | To further charitable objectives | $555 |
| Friendship Circle | To further charitable objectives | $540 |
| Go Fund Me | To further charitable objectives | $525 |
| Chai South Africa | To further charitable objectives | $360 |
| Florence Melton School | To further charitable objectives | $360 |
| Holocaust Memorial Center | To further charitable objectives | $360 |
| Jewish Vocational Services | To further charitable objectives | $360 |
| KPBS | To further charitable objectives | $360 |
| Rady Children's Hospital Foundation | To further charitable objectives | $360 |
| Sajac | To further charitable objectives | $360 |
| Scy High | To further charitable objectives | $360 |
| Friends of Israel Defense Forces | To further charitable objectives | $180 |
| Rabbi Sacks Foundation | To further charitable objectives | $180 |
| Jewish Family Services | To further charitable objectives | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Selwyn Isakow
- Hilary Isakow
Questions people ask
Does Isakow Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Isakow Foundation give?
$339,534 in tax year 2025, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Isakow Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Selwyn Isakow (Treasurer) and Hilary Isakow (President).
What does Isakow Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.