Kaminsky Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kaminsky Family Foundation is a private foundation in El Cajon, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $90,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$90,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was down from $105,000 the year before.
29% 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 | $70,000 | 2 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $105,000 | 7 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $90,000 | 7 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Kaminsky 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 Kaminsky Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $75,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | General support | $60,000 |
| The Bishop's School | General support | $5,000 |
| Rady Children's Hospital | General support | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General support | $5,000 |
| Scripps Health Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Huntsman Cancer Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Operation Underground | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kim G Kaminsky
- Gregory S Kaminsky
- Gary M Kaminsky
Questions people ask
Does Kaminsky Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kaminsky Family Foundation give?
$90,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Kaminsky Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kim G Kaminsky (Ceo/Director), Gregory S Kaminsky (Secretary/Cfo/Director) and Gary M Kaminsky (Director).
What does Kaminsky Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.