Moss Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Moss Family Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Monica, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $123,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$123,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was up from $63,750 the year before.
64% 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 | $3,800 | 3 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $63,750 | 7 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $123,000 | 14 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Moss 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 Moss Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $59,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 3 | $8,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias | To empower and connect people touched by ectodermal dysplasias through education, support and research | $50,000 |
| The Lucky Duck Foundation | To prevent and alleviate the suffering of homelessness throughout san diego county | $27,500 |
| Jewish Family Service of San Diego | To partner with people of all backgrounds to build stable and dignified lives, and create a stronger and healthier community where everyone can thrive. | $7,500 |
| Uc Santa Cruz Foundation | To support the university in succeeding in student success, high-quality education, and meaningful reserch with broader societal impact. | $7,500 |
| Immigrant Defenders Services | To provide free legal aid to community members impacted by the immigration system. | $5,000 |
| African Mission Healthcare | To bring life-saving healthcare to africans in greatest need. | $5,000 |
| Chart-A | To advance healthy equity by supporting african-led research, training, and care, ensuring that locally grounded solutions and scientific leadership endure. | $5,000 |
| Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation | To support the lafd in protecting life, property, and the environment | $4,000 |
| Hollywood Schoolhouse Fund | To fund day-to-day operations of the campus, textbooks, classroom materials anf tuition aid for families in need. | $2,500 |
| Brooklyn Defenders Services | To protect and uphold the rights of individuals and to change laws and systems that perpetuate injustice and inequality. | $2,500 |
| CHP 11-99 Foundation | Provide emergency benefits to california highway patrol employees and their families in times of crisis | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | To provide convenient and affordable access to a comprehensive range of quality reproductive health care and sexual health information, through patient services, education and advocacy | $2,500 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Promote justice & fair treatment to all | $1,000 |
| Saint Mark's School | To support educational programs throughout the school year and fund large-scale initiatives. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard F Moss
- Jonathan Moss
- Steven H Moss
- Bettina Moss
- Karen Moss Familian
- Julia Lebedev
- Maximilian Familian
- Shari Familian
- Jacob Moss
- Samantha Moss
Questions people ask
Does Moss Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Moss Family Foundation give?
$123,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs Moss Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard F Moss (President and Director), Jonathan Moss (Secretary and Director), Steven H Moss (V.P. and Director) and Bettina Moss (Director) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Moss Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and health.