Reese & Linda Polesky Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Reese & Linda Polesky Family Foundation is a private foundation in Beverly Hills, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,075 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $150 and the largest $2,500. 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$5,075
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$150
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$4,174
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2,425 the year before.
50% 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 | $3,080 | 8 | $4,456 |
| 2024 | $2,425 | 8 | $4,030 |
| 2025 | $5,075 | 11 | $4,174 |
How to apply
Reese & Linda Polesky 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 Reese & Linda Polesky Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $3,975 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Emanuel Beverly Hills | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| West Point Jewish Chapel | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Los Angeles | Public support of organization mission | $400 |
| Los Angeles County Museum of Art | Public support of organization mission | $300 |
| The Museum of Contemporary Art Los Angeles | Public support of organization mission | $200 |
| Discovery Eye Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $150 |
| The Museum of Contemporary Art Los Angeles | Public support of organization mission | $150 |
| Nature Conservancy | Public support of organization mission | $100 |
| PBS Socal (Koce) | Public support of organization mission | $100 |
| US Naval Institute | Public support of organization mission | $100 |
| Hammer Museum | Public support of organization mission | $75 |
Officers and trustees
- Reese E Polesky MD
- Andrea Stassinopoulos
Questions people ask
Does Reese & Linda Polesky Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Reese & Linda Polesky Family Foundation give?
$5,075 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $150.
Who runs Reese & Linda Polesky Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Reese E Polesky MD (President) and Andrea Stassinopoulos (Secretary).
What does Reese & Linda Polesky Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and arts and culture.