Karsten Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Karsten Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $202,845 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$202,845
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $161,025 the year before.
71% of its 2024 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 | $161,025 | 16 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $202,845 | 21 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Karsten 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 Karsten Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $62,500 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $32,500 |
| California | 4 | $25,825 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $25,000 |
| Montana | 2 | $20,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $6,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $520 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Brennan Center for Justice | Public support of organization mission | $20,000 |
| Project Shema | Public support of organization mission | $15,000 |
| Rock the Vote | Public support of organization mission | $15,000 |
| Tides Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $15,000 |
| Down Home North Carolina | Public support of organization mission | $12,500 |
| Democracy North Carolina | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Forward Montana Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Hias | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Mi Familia Vota | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Michigan Voices | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Montana Women Vote | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Public Wise Inc | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Somos Siembra NC | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Spread the Vote | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| T'ruah | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Voter Participation Project | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| For the Next Generation Israel Endowment Funds | Public support of organization mission | $7,500 |
| Ride Share 2 Vote | Public support of organization mission | $6,500 |
| Everyorg | Public support of organization mission | $575 |
| National Network of Abortion Funds Inc | Public support of organization mission | $520 |
| Academy for Jewish Religion Ca | Public support of organization mission | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Liza Karsten-Nienaltow
- Thomas Karsten Jr
- Lesley Karsten
Questions people ask
Does Karsten Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Karsten Family Foundation give?
$202,845 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Karsten Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Liza Karsten-Nienaltow (Director/Cfo), Thomas Karsten Jr (Director/Secretary) and Lesley Karsten (Director/President).
What does Karsten Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.