Natan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Natan Foundation is a private foundation in La Jolla, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $45,000 and the largest $750,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$45,000
- Largest grant$750,000
- Assets$10.1 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.8 million the year before.
20% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.8 million | 13 | $7.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 10 | $10.1 million |
How to apply
Natan 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 Natan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $830,000 |
| New York | 3 | $402,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $75,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of San Diego | To provide lifesaving humanitarian relief and sustain the jewish community in san diego and around the world. | $750,000 |
| Jewish Agency for Israel North America | To provide support for the global jewish framework that ensures global jewish safety, strengthens jewish identity and connects jews to israel and one another, and conveys the voice of the jewish people to the state of israel to help shape its society. | $250,000 |
| The Shalom Hartman Institute | To strengthen jewish peoplehood, identity, and pluralism; to enhance the jewish and democratic character of israel; and to ensure that judaism is a compelling force for good in the 21st century. | $150,000 |
| American Israel Education Foundation | To provide grants to support select educational programs associated with aipac, america's pro-israel lobby, including middle east research, educational materials and conferences, and leadership programs for university students. | $75,000 |
| The Grauer Foundation for Education | To provide students with educational innovation and a values-based curriculum promoting empowerment, emancipation and efficacy as learners and community participants alike. | $65,000 |
| Jewish Colorado | To mobilize resources to ensure that jewish culture remains vibrant, secure, and accessible for all jews in colorado and abroad. | $25,000 |
| American Friends of Leket Israel | To lead the safe, effective and efficient collection and distribution of surplus nutritious food in israel, to those who need it. | $10,000 |
| Jewish Family Service of San Diego | To build a stronger, healthier, more resilient san diego. To provide essential services such as nutrition assistance, economic assistance, scholarship grants, an outreach program for mental wellness, and assistance for individuals and families in crisis. | $10,000 |
| Congregation Beth Israel | To connect members of community through spiritual enrichment and lifelong learning | $5,000 |
| America Gives | To challenge businesses, non-profits, schools, youth groups, faith-based networks, and organizations to increase volunteering and inspire a renewed culture of giving. | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Julie Yrineo Zeff
- Dana Zeff
Questions people ask
Does Natan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Natan Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $45,000.
Who runs Natan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Julie Yrineo Zeff (President, Treasurer & Sec) and Dana Zeff (Secretary & Director).
What does Natan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and education.