Michael Irving Ornest Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Michael Irving Ornest Family Foundation is a private foundation in Beverly Hills, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $175,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $8,750 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$175,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$8,750
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $80,000 the year before.
40% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $80,000 | 7 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $175,500 | 10 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Michael Irving Ornest 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 Michael Irving Ornest Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $158,500 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cedars Sinai Hospital | Support for a los angeles public hospital. | $100,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | Support for the university of california, los angeles. | $25,000 |
| Lafd Fire Station 99 | Support for the work of the los angeles fire department. | $12,500 |
| Friends Israel Defence Forces | Support for a u.s. Public charity to provide resources for the defense of isreal. | $10,000 |
| The Beverly Hills Athletic Alumni Association | Support of the athletic programs at beverly hills high school. | $10,000 |
| Diamonds in the Rough Sports | Support of youth sports activities. | $7,500 |
| University of New Hampshire Foundation Inc | Support for the university of new hampshire. | $5,000 |
| Pasadena Humane | Support of a public charity providing care of homeless animals. | $2,500 |
| Lewy Body Dementia Association | Support of programs for the care of those suffering with lewd body dementia.. | $2,000 |
| HANDS4HOPE la | No cost after school and summer programs for children of low income households. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Ornest
- Martha Ornest
Questions people ask
Does Michael Irving Ornest Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael Irving Ornest Family Foundation give?
$175,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $8,750.
Who runs Michael Irving Ornest Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Ornest (Director) and Martha Ornest (Director).
What does Michael Irving Ornest Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.