Muskin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Muskin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Woodland Hills, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $145,510 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$145,510
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was down from $156,275 the year before.
24% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $139,650 | 15 | $2.6 million |
| 2023 | $156,275 | 21 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $145,510 | 21 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Muskin 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 Muskin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $113,000 |
| New York | 4 | $15,010 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $7,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Water Buffalo Club | Dedicated to fosteringthe well-being ofunderserved andat-risk children inlos angeles through | $70,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | To fight againstalzheimers diseasethrough research | $5,000 |
| American Technion Society | To enable the technionto improve the wellbeing of israel andall humanity throughleadership in science | $5,000 |
| Beit T'shuvah | Communityto restore lost soulsthough a healing | $5,000 |
| California State University Northridge Foundation | To provide leadership for the cultivation and stewardship of philanthropic gifts for the colleges, departments, programs, and centers across campus. | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | To offer educational, cultural, recreational, social services programs, and facilities that provide hope, purpose, and life-changing support for the soldiers who protect israel and jews worldwide. | $5,000 |
| Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of la | Enrich lives ofchildren fromsingle-parent homes | $5,000 |
| Lagerlof Cares Foundation | To help build a stronger, and more connected, community by investing in local nonprofit programs dedicated to serving local youth and families via direct volunteerism, charitable events, and corporate gifts. | $5,000 |
| Leukemia Lymphoma Society of Greater la | To help patients withblood cancers livebetter lives | $5,000 |
| Michael Jfox Foundation for Parkinson's | Dedicated to find acure for parkinsonsdisease throughresearch | $5,000 |
| The Legion Fund | To assist 5th group soldiers and their families by supporting their essential needs. | $5,000 |
| Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions | To provide resources, research, and advocacy for us military veterans seeking treatment with psychedelic-assisted therapies. | $5,000 |
| Washington Institute for Near East Policy | Advance a realisticunderstanding ofamerican interests inthe middle east | $5,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Improving lives by accelerating breakthroughs to cure, prevent and treat t1d. | $2,510 |
| Doctor's Without Borders | To bring medical care to people affected by conflict, disasters, epidemics, and social exclusion. | $2,500 |
| Musicares Foundation | To provide a safety net of critical assistance for music people in times of need. | $2,500 |
| United Firefighters of Los Angeles City | To provide assistance to communities devastated by the los angeles wildfires. | $2,500 |
| World Central Kitchen | To provide meals in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises. | $2,500 |
| Omnipeace Foundation | To empower children in underserved communities through music education. | $1,500 |
| Flourish Foundation | To support mental health and personal growth | $1,000 |
| We Spark Cancer Center | To help provideemotional support tothose affected bycancers | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John E Saunders
- Richard Corleto
- Jamie Gonzalez
Questions people ask
Does Muskin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Muskin Family Foundation give?
$145,510 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Muskin Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John E Saunders (Director, Presi), Richard Corleto (Director, Asst) and Jamie Gonzalez (Director).
What does Muskin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and human services.