Michael B Kaplan Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Michael B Kaplan Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Beverly Hills, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $172,300 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $100,000. 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$172,300
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$389,575
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was down from $187,500 the year before.
31% 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 | $1.2 million | 11 | $186,400 |
| 2024 | $187,500 | 13 | $257,057 |
| 2025 | $172,300 | 13 | $389,575 |
How to apply
Michael B Kaplan Charitable 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 Michael B Kaplan Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $167,300 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Hope | Public support of organization mission | $100,000 |
| Los Angeles Philharmonic | Public support of organization mission | $35,000 |
| The Jewish Federation | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| The UCLA Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Operation Healing Force | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| JVS Socal | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Museum of Art | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Vista del Mar | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Beverly Hills Firefighter's Association | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| Beverly Hills Officer's Association | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| Cristo Rey Orange County High School | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| Village for Vets | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| University of San Diego School of Law | Public support of organization mission | $800 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael B Kaplan
- Theresa M Kaplan
- Bonnie L Fein
Questions people ask
Does Michael B Kaplan Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael B Kaplan Charitable Foundation give?
$172,300 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Michael B Kaplan Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael B Kaplan (President, Director), Theresa M Kaplan (Secretary) and Bonnie L Fein (Chief Financial Officer).
What does Michael B Kaplan Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.