Max and Karel Guefen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Max and Karel Guefen Foundation is a private foundation in Culver City, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $340,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $105,000. 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$340,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$105,000
- Assets$7.6 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $293,000 the year before.
83% 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 | $256,950 | 6 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $293,000 | 3 | $6.8 million |
| 2025 | $340,000 | 6 | $7.6 million |
How to apply
Max and Karel Guefen 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 Max and Karel Guefen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $320,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| College Match | College match is a leading college access organization that helps high-achieving students from low-income backgrounds | $105,000 |
| My Friend's Place | Assisting and inspiring homeless youth to build self-sufficient lives. | $100,000 |
| Community Effort Animal Rescue | Animal rescue | $75,000 |
| National Veterans Network | Mission is to educate current and future generations about the extraordinary legacy of american wwii soldiers of japanese ancestry in order to promote equality and justice. | $25,000 |
| Saints of the West | We are a saint bernard rescue & adoption facility. | $20,000 |
| Compton Paw Patrol | Rescuing and caring for abandoned and abused dogs in compton takes resources | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Eric Guefen
Questions people ask
Does Max and Karel Guefen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Max and Karel Guefen Foundation give?
$340,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Max and Karel Guefen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Eric Guefen (Trustee).
What does Max and Karel Guefen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and animals.