Makoff Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Makoff Family Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Monica, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $153,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $21,000. 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$153,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$21,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $144,000 the year before.
25% 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 | $134,975 | 35 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $144,000 | 33 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $153,000 | 12 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Makoff 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 Makoff Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $81,000 |
| New York | 2 | $27,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cedars-Sinai | NephrologyTeen Line | $21,000 |
| Michael J Fox Fdn | Parkinsons patient support | $20,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Womens health | $20,000 |
| PBS | Support ProgramServices | $20,000 |
| Brennan Center for Justice | Voting Rights | $20,000 |
| World KitchenChef Andre | World Aid | $10,000 |
| CA Fire Fighters | Community | $10,000 |
| Sandals Fdn Jamaica Emergency Relief | Jamacian Relief | $10,000 |
| Doctors without Borders | Health | $7,000 |
| Little Star | Camp for child cancer survivors | $5,000 |
| Brave Trails | Health | $5,000 |
| Tree Academy | Community | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rhoda Makoff
- Dwight Makoff
- Jeffrey Makoff
- Gregory Makoff
- Eve Makoff
- Karen Makoff
Questions people ask
Does Makoff Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Makoff Family Foundation give?
$153,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Makoff Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rhoda Makoff (President & CEO), Dwight Makoff (Vice President), Jeffrey Makoff (Secretary) and Gregory Makoff (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Makoff Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.