Karlin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Karlin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Desert, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $485,388. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.5 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$485,388
- Assets$24.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $180,000 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $180,000 | 6 | $23.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 9 | $24.9 million |
How to apply
Karlin 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 Karlin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $1.0 million |
| Washington | 1 | $150,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $100,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $100,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $75,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California Community | General operating | $485,388 |
| Saint Johns Health Center Foundatio | General operating | $250,000 |
| Union Rescue Mission | General operating | $200,000 |
| World Vision | General operating | $150,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | General operating | $100,000 |
| Mission Aviation Fellowship | General operating | $100,000 |
| Salvation Army | General operating | $100,000 |
| Morris Animal Foundation | General operating | $75,000 |
| Bel Air Church | General operating | $75,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Wilmeth Jr
Questions people ask
Does Karlin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Karlin Family Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Karlin Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Wilmeth Jr (Trustee).
What does Karlin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.