JM Lazarus Foundation
Preselected recipients only
JM Lazarus Foundation is a private foundation in Sherman Oaks, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $73,850 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $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$73,850
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $71,770 the year before.
26% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $79,235 | 43 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $71,770 | 49 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $73,850 | 47 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
JM Lazarus 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 JM Lazarus Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $30,100 |
| New Mexico | 15 | $18,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $7,500 |
| New York | 5 | $5,550 |
| Texas | 1 | $4,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $1,300 |
| Virginia | 3 | $1,100 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $800 |
| Maine | 1 | $700 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Heart of Los Angeles Youth Inc | General charitable | $10,000 |
| Impact Israel | General charitable | $7,500 |
| Espanola Humane | General charitable | $5,500 |
| Kehillat Israel | General charitable | $5,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | General charitable | $4,500 |
| American Corporation for Arts | General charitable | $4,000 |
| Beit T'shuvah | General charitable | $4,000 |
| Temple Beth Hillel | General charitable | $3,800 |
| Santa Fe Animal Shelter | General charitable | $2,600 |
| Heart & Soul Animal Sanctuary | General charitable | $2,500 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | General charitable | $2,000 |
| Chabad of Pacific Palisades | General charitable | $2,000 |
| Friends of Israel Defense Forces | General charitable | $2,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | General charitable | $2,000 |
| Temple Beth Shalom | General charitable | $2,000 |
| New Mexico Cancer Foundation | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Tomorrow's Women | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Judasim Your Way | General charitable | $1,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | General charitable | $750 |
| Assistance Dogs of the West | General charitable | $700 |
| Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture | General charitable | $700 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | General charitable | $500 |
| Anti Defamation League Foundation | General charitable | $500 |
| Cooking With Kids | General charitable | $500 |
| Kindred Spirits Animal Sanctuary | General charitable | $500 |
| School of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston | General charitable | $500 |
| Spike's K-9 Fund | General charitable | $500 |
| Stray Hearts Animal Shelter (Humane Society of Texas) | General charitable | $500 |
| Animal Equality | General charitable | $500 |
| Wings of Hope | General charitable | $500 |
| Arogo A Shelter Dog Rescue | General charitable | $300 |
| Campbell Hall School | General charitable | $300 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | General charitable | $300 |
| International Fund for Animal Welfare | General charitable | $300 |
| Ironwood Pig Sanctuary | General charitable | $300 |
| National Park Foundation | General charitable | $300 |
| National Wildlife Federation | General charitable | $300 |
| Leukemia Lymphoma Society Desert Region | General charitable | $300 |
| Longhopes Donkey Shelter | General charitable | $300 |
| Many Mothers | General charitable | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Anthony Chanin
- Richard Chanin
- Randi Gesten
- Kari Rives
Questions people ask
Does JM Lazarus Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JM Lazarus Foundation give?
$73,850 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs JM Lazarus Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Anthony Chanin (President), Richard Chanin (Secretary/Treasurer), Randi Gesten (Vice President) and Kari Rives (Vice President).
What does JM Lazarus Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, youth programs and faith communities.