Perlman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Perlman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sherman Oaks, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $355,447 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$355,447
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$21,843
- New grantees84%
Giving in 2024 was down from $532,126 the year before.
84% of its 2024 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 | $532,126 | 10 | $12,359 |
| 2024 | $355,447 | 32 | $21,843 |
How to apply
Perlman 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 Perlman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 27 | $262,297 |
| Missouri | 2 | $63,150 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $4,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Del Aire Baptist Church | Thriving dads program | $60,000 |
| April Parker Foundation | Angel fund | $60,000 |
| The Global Orphan Project Inc | Angel fund | $58,045 |
| Individual | Housing assistance | $34,368 |
| Canary Impact Lab Inc | Fostering leadership | $25,000 |
| Defy Ventures Inc | Cut recidivism | $19,500 |
| Friends Outside in Los Angeles | Prevent recidivism | $18,500 |
| Community Partners for Stepping Forward | Tay resource project | $8,254 |
| A Sense of Home | Prevent homelessness | $8,000 |
| Toro Guardian Scholars | Edcuational | $6,000 |
| The Right Way Foundation | Bga award | $5,500 |
| Care Portal LLC | Angel fund | $5,105 |
| All Ways Up Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Children's Action Network | Foster initiative | $5,000 |
| Make Good Inc | Foster initiative | $5,000 |
| Onegeneration | Angel fund | $4,000 |
| Mass Liberation | Angel fund | $4,000 |
| Uri Ltzedek Inc | Social justice | $4,000 |
| Food on Foot | General support | $3,900 |
| Shields for Families Inc | Angel fund | $2,500 |
| Watts Labor Community Action Commit | Angel fund | $2,000 |
| Lost Angels Children's Project | Angel fund | $1,500 |
| Miracles for Kids Inc | Angel fund | $1,500 |
| Journey House Inc | Support foster youth | $1,500 |
| Wayside Christian Church | Tay resource project | $1,500 |
| Ready to Succeed | Bga award | $1,000 |
| Homeboy Industries | Angel fund | $1,000 |
| Empower Her Network | General use | $1,000 |
| Treasures Ministries | Angel fund | $1,000 |
| Covenant House | Helping youth in crisis | $1,000 |
| Door of Hope | Angel fund | $500 |
| Breath of Life Seventh-Day Adventist | Facility fee | $275 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory F Perlman
- Jodi D Perlman
- Elisa Perlman
- Wade Trimmer
Questions people ask
Does Perlman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Perlman Family Foundation give?
$355,447 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Perlman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gregory F Perlman (President), Jodi D Perlman (Secretary), Elisa Perlman (Cfo) and Wade Trimmer (President).
What does Perlman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, housing and homelessness and human services.