Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Beverly Hills, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 32 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $500,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.1 million
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$657,697
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.0 million the year before.
58% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $2.0 million | 58 | $1.0 million |
| 2023 | $1.0 million | 28 | $880,490 |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 32 | $657,697 |
How to apply
| Contact | Rosie Zamora 151 S El Camino Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90212 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (310) 887-6400 |
| What to submit | Applications may be submitted directly to the foundation by mail, electronically or personal delivery. |
| Deadlines | None-applications may be submitted throughout the year. |
| Restrictions | The scholarships are to be used to attend an accredited united states university, technical college or other qualified program. Preference is given to those students living in southern California. The scholarship recipient must be enrolled at the eligible educational institution and maintain at least a 2.5 grade point average. Additional information about the foundation's scholarship and achievement grant program, including eligibility requirements, restrictions, limitations, etc.,is available upon request. Grant amounts are to be used for travel, training,equipment, registration fees, living and other expenses related to the pursuit of a professional career in the receipient's chosen field of interest. Grants must be used to achieve a specific objective, produce a report or similar product or improve or enhance a literary artistic musical, scientific, teaching, athletic or other similar capacity, skill or talent of the receipient. |
What Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 17 | $961,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $55,000 |
| Idaho | 4 | $45,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $11,000 |
| Hawaii | 3 | $6,500 |
| Montana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation | The lafd foundation provides vital equipment and funds programs that help the lafd save lives and build resilient communities. | $500,000 |
| Bringing Hope to the Family USA | Bringing hope to the family, an organization based in uganda, has provided care and support to restore hope and improve the quality of life of families and communities affected by HIV/AIDS, poverty and disaster for the past 20 years. Kennedy wilson has supported bringing hope to the family for many years, supplanted by an annual service trip to africa by christine deschaine, senior vp at kennedy wilson brokerage. | $125,000 |
| Kiin Beh Education Center Foundation Inc | The kiin beh education center foundation (also k'iin beh educational center) is a u.s.-based nonprofit supporting a licensed bilingual school in playa del carmen, mexico, providing solid education & values (mayan for "way of the sun") to local kids from marginalized areas, focusing on character, leadership, and community, funded by donations for facilities, supplies, and staff to build "success stories" for over 400 students. | $100,000 |
| Edward Charles Foundation | The rod dedeaux foundation was formed to continue the american college basketball coach's spirit by supporting youth baseball and softball programs in underserved areas. Through the efforts of this organization, underprivileged youth are receiving new uniformed and renovated facilities as well as a support system specifically designed to build character and promote academic achievement. | $50,000 |
| The Milkin Institute | The milken institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank focused on accelerating measurable progress on the path to a meaningful life. With a focus on financial, physical, mental, and environmental health, we bring together the best ideas and innovative resourcing to develop blueprints for tackling some of our most critical global issues through the lens of what's pressing now and what's coming next. | $50,000 |
| Penfed Foundation | We empower veterans with the tools and resources so their transition from military service to civilian life is successful. | $30,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Los Angeles Harbor | True to its mission since 1937, the boys & girls clubs of the los angeles harbor helps young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. We achieve this through a commitment to quality programs and services in an environment that is safe, nurturing and inspiring. | $25,000 |
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust (Ms Gift) | Intercontinental charities was established with the goal of creating a positive and long-lasting civic and social impact in the communities where we do business. The mission allows intercontinental to make the most of our resources and provide the most effective support to non-profits in our region and beyond. Giving is directed towards not-for-profit organizations that support children's education and development through mentorship, after-school tutoring, sports engagement, career counseling, etc.; to hospitals and healthcare providers; to inner-city neighborhood missions. | $25,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation | The navy seal foundation provides critical support for the warriors, veterans, and families of naval special warfare. | $25,000 |
| Business Council for International Understanding Inc (Bciu) | A strategic partner for global businesses and governments, bciu helps build the infrastructure of a modern world by facilitating relationships, partnerships, and international understanding. | $20,000 |
| Leap Charities Inc | Leap housing of boise is a non-profit that strives to give everyone the ability to live in a safe, stable, and affordable home. Its mission is to develop and preserve affordable housing while providing empowering services that provide adequate housing stability. Leap has created five strategies to accomplish its task: operating temporary housing as a soft landing, connecting renters to home resources, researching housing affordability trends, and managing, developing, and preserving affordable housing. | $20,000 |
| Los Angeles Police Museum | Los angeles police museum's mission to collect, preserve, exhibit, and interpret the history of one of the most influential police departments in the nation. | $20,000 |
| The Ireland Funds America | The ireland funds is a global philanthropic network established in 1976 to promote and support peace, culture, education, and community development throughout the island of ireland, and irish-related causes around the world. | $20,000 |
| City Year Inc | Many students lack access to learning environments and resources they need to thrive in school and in life, due to systemic inequities that disproportionately affect students of color and students growing up in low-income households. City year was founded in 1988 as a national service program to unite young adults from diverse backgrounds for a demanding year of full-time community service, preparing students with the social, emotional, and academic skills and mindsets to succeed in school and life, and teaching valuable skills to prepare them to be leaders in their communities and careers. | $15,000 |
| Jesse Tree of Idaho | Jesse tree provides tenants who are being evicted with a one-time, one-month payment of rent, allowing tenants to remain in their home. Eligible tenants must have received an eviction notice or be summoned to court, and be at risk of homelessness. All rental assistance is paired with case management services. A large majority of jesse tree's funding goes towards this resource. | $15,000 |
| Palisades Will Rogers 5 & 10K Run Foundation | Held on july 4th, the palisades 5 & 10k event draws runners from across los angeles each year. Net proceeds of the race go to the pacific palisades optimist club, which supports various local youth charities and activities. | $15,000 |
| Cal Baseball Foundation Inc | The mission of the cal baseball foundation, inc., a california nonprofit public benefit corporation, is to raise sufficient funds from our generous supporters to sustain the cal men's baseball program by implementing a business plan that will increase long-term revenue streams, augment the burgeoning baseball endowment, and support a top-tier intercollegiate baseball program. | $10,000 |
| Jake Cassell Fund for Special Needs Inc | The mission of the jake cassell fund for special needs, inc. Is to serve as a vehicle through which donor dollars can be targeted to established and reputable non-profits, schools, and service providers who are serving the special needs community in areas of extreme need, be that inner-cities, impoverished small towns or to america's indigenous communities. The organization's volunteers work to identify best-of-class organizations that have proven themselves to be highly effective change agents in the lives of the individuals and communities they serve. They aggregate donor dollars and then run a grant process each year to vet those organizations, requiring specific targeted funding requests, measurable goals, and accountability. | $10,000 |
| Los Angeles Waterkeeper | Los angeles waterkeeper's mission is to fight for the health of the region's waterways, and for sustainable, equitable and climate-friendly water supplies. We envision the los angeles region as an international leader on integrated, sustainable and equitable water management; a region that is water self-sufficient, and where all waterways throughout the county are safe, healthy and accessible to the public. | $10,000 |
| Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation | The teddy bear cancer foundation runs an annual gold ribbon campaign to support families living in santa barbara, ventura, and san luis obispo counties that have a child with cancer by providing financial, educational, and emotional support. Since its founding 20 years ago, the teddy bear cancer foundation has served thousands of individuals in the tri-county area. | $10,000 |
| Big Sky Youth Empowerment Project Inc | Big sky youth empowerment (byep) provides recreational and mentorship opportunities for at-risk teenagers from the bozeman area (gallatin county, montana). Youth are grouped with peers, mentors, and program managers and experience weekend adventures and weekday workshops focused on building confidence, dealing with challenges, and experiencing success. | $5,000 |
| Bren-Boise River Enhancement Network | Boise river enhancement network (bren) is a gathering of volunteers, community stewards, and natural resource professionals that work to ensure the boise river remains a happy, healthy place for all to enjoy. The organization brings together stakeholders, ideas, and expertise to improve the health of the boise river through education and on-the-ground projects. | $5,000 |
| Charitable Assistance to Community's Homeless (Catch) | Catch program boise is working to create a safe, healthy, connected community by embracing housing first best practices, empowering those without housing, building collaborative partnerships, and increasing public understanding to end homelessness. Catch believes ending homelessness in treasure valley is possible. It costs $5,000 to end homelessness for a family, which provides them with a home, rental assistance, and supportive services. | $5,000 |
| Challenged Athletes Foundation | Caf empowers athletes with physical disabilities by breaking down barriersproviding funding for adaptive sports equipment, training, and community support so they can thrive through fitness and competitive athletics. | $3,000 |
| Man Coverage Foundation | The la city gridiron classic is an organization dedicated to empowering student athletes in lausd through mentoring programs, scholarships, and providing other financial, physical and mental health resources. We mentor, follow, and support up to 150 graduating male and female student-athletes from the lausd each year. Donations and funding to the la city gridiron classic allows us to continue transforming lives by helping student-athletes achieve their full academic and athletic potential. Your support makes it possible for us to support the next generation of leaders both on and on the field. | $3,000 |
| Re-Use Hawaii | Re-use hawaii is a non-profit employment social enterprise dedicated to reducing waste and expanding green job opportunities. Through building deconstruction and material reuse, our mission is to foster an inclusive circular economy in hawaii. | $3,000 |
| A Sense of Home | A sense of home strives to prevent homelessness by creating homes and an ongoing community of care for displaced individuals and families. | $2,500 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Los Angeles | Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. | $2,500 |
| Individual | $2,000 | |
| St James Episcopal Church | This donation helped to cover the costs to cook and distribute meals to community members in need within waimea on the big island of hawaii. This is a cause that kennedy wilson and rosewood have supported since 2021 and includes rosewood providing six volunteers to hand out the meals. | $1,500 |
| Washington Interscholastic Basketball Coaches Association (Wibca) | Wibca is a 501(c)(3) organization and the main association of high school boys basketball coaches in the state of washington. Their mission is to enhance the lives of student-athletes through the game of basketball. On and off the court, the association fosters and develops lifelong values that enable players to become better people and pillars of their communities. Through statewide events, wibca also provides opportunities for players to improve and follow their dreams to play college basketball by pursuing a university degree. | $1,000 |
| Wild Earth Allies Inc | Each day, we fight to protect wildlife and habitats by partnering with the communities that live closest to them. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William J McMorrow
- Justin Enbody
- Matthew Windisch
- In Ku Lee
- Cathy Hendrickson
- Peter Collins
- Regina Finnegan
- Emily Heidt
- Padmina Singla
Questions people ask
Does Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: None-applications may be submitted throughout the year..
How much does Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William J McMorrow (President/Director), Justin Enbody (Cfo/Director), Matthew Windisch (Vp/Asst Sec/Director) and In Ku Lee (Secretary/Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, youth programs and international.