Maximum Difference Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Maximum Difference Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $315,739 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $21,656 and the largest $143,927. 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$315,739
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$21,656
- Largest grant$143,927
- Assets$303,937
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $466,455 the year before.
50% 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 | $466,455 | 14 | $249,890 |
| 2024 | $315,739 | 8 | $303,937 |
How to apply
Maximum Difference 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $265,739 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Farhang Foundation | General support | $143,927 |
| American Near East Refugee Aid | General support | $50,000 |
| The Village School | General support | $50,000 |
| Sociarts Productions LLC | Production for documentary movie for the founder of amin arasteh foundation | $23,312 |
| Iranian Muslim Association of North | General support | $20,000 |
| Middle East Children's Alliance | General support | $20,000 |
| Bubbles Dog Rescue | General support | $7,500 |
| National Ms Society | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mahmood Amin
- Shirin Amin
- Parvin Kermani
- Rosella de Laza
Questions people ask
Does Maximum Difference Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Maximum Difference Foundation give?
$315,739 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $21,656.
Who runs Maximum Difference Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mahmood Amin (President), Shirin Amin (Secretary), Parvin Kermani (Board Member) and Rosella de Laza (Cfo).