James and Deborah Klein Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James and Deborah Klein Family Foundation is a private foundation in Anaheim, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $225,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $85,000. 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$225,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$85,000
- Assets$5.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $190,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $122,000 | 15 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $190,000 | 16 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $225,000 | 14 | $5.3 million |
How to apply
James and Deborah Klein 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 James and Deborah Klein Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $120,500 |
| Idaho | 1 | $85,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cole Valley Christian Schools Inc | Capital campaign | $85,000 |
| St John's Lutheran Church | Learn grant | $38,000 |
| Concordia University Irvine | Vision 2025 | $25,000 |
| Choc Children's Foundation | Picu | $20,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of San Marcos | General fund | $15,000 |
| Runway for Recovery | The runway show, southern california | $15,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Orange County | Troop 3223 (st., john's) | $5,000 |
| Ocaac DBA My Day Counts | Health and wellness initiative | $5,000 |
| Rollin' From the Heart | General fund | $5,000 |
| St John's Lutheran Church | Cub scouts pack #51 | $4,000 |
| Assistance League of North Coast | Operation school bell | $2,500 |
| Standup for Kids | San diego | $2,500 |
| American Radio Relay League | Education and technology program fund | $2,000 |
| Orange County Boy Scouts of America | Friends of scouting canyons district | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Scot Klein
- Nicole Frasz
- Deborah E Klein
Questions people ask
Does James and Deborah Klein Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James and Deborah Klein Family Foundation give?
$225,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs James and Deborah Klein Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Scot Klein (Director), Nicole Frasz (Director) and Deborah E Klein (Director).
What does James and Deborah Klein Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.