Louchheim Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Louchheim Foundation is a private foundation in North Hollywood, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $128,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $37,500. 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$128,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$37,500
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $123,000 the year before.
43% of its 2025 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 | $108,000 | 7 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $123,000 | 7 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $128,000 | 7 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Louchheim 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 Louchheim Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $77,500 |
| New York | 2 | $40,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hebrew Union College-Jewish Inst | Religious | $37,500 |
| Brooklyn Youth Chorus | Arts and educational | $20,000 |
| Colab Theater Group | Arts and educational | $20,000 |
| Harmony Project | Arts and educational | $20,000 |
| Lead Guitar | Arts and educational | $10,500 |
| KIPP Socal Public Schools | Educational | $10,000 |
| Wellnest | Healthcare | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Terry L Gilman
- Thomas Louchheim
- Benjamin Louchheim
- Jacob Louchheim
- Jessica Gilman
- Jennifer Louchheim
- Margaret Louchheim
Questions people ask
Does Louchheim Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Louchheim Foundation give?
$128,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Louchheim Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Terry L Gilman (President), Thomas Louchheim (Vice President), Benjamin Louchheim (Cfo) and Jacob Louchheim (Vice President) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Louchheim Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.