Resnick Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Resnick Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $78.3 million in 152 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $20.2 million. 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$78.3 million
- Number of grants152
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$20.2 million
- Assets$14.9 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $59.9 million the year before.
57% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $71.6 million | 180 | $10.8 million |
| 2023 | $59.9 million | 144 | $18.5 million |
| 2024 | $78.3 million | 152 | $14.9 million |
How to apply
Resnick 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 Resnick Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to California. It also paid $500,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 112 | $53.9 million |
| New York | 13 | $13.2 million |
| Colorado | 6 | $5.1 million |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $4.1 million |
| Kansas | 1 | $600,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $471,159 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $335,150 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $50,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $45,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UCLA Foundation | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $20.2 million |
| Bard College | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $10.0 million |
| UC Davis (Regents) | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $9.7 million |
| Aspen Institute | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $5.0 million |
| National Philanthropic Trust | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $4.1 million |
| Los Angeles County Museum of Art | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $4.0 million |
| WONDERFUL COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY - Delano | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $3.2 million |
| California Community Foundation | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $3.0 million |
| FIJI Water Foundation | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $2.8 million |
| Milken Institute | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $2.5 million |
| Nli USA Inc | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $2.0 million |
| Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $1.0 million |
| California State University Fresno Foundation | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $1.0 million |
| American Friends of IDC | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $782,960 |
| Los Angeles Police Foundation | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $620,000 |
| Sunflower Network | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $600,000 |
| California Institute of Technology | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $550,000 |
| Central Valley Community Foundation | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $550,000 |
| Shafter Recreation & Park District | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $500,000 |
| Hebrew University Of Jerusalem | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $500,000 |
| The Farmlink Project | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $250,000 |
| Awakening Recovery Inc | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $250,000 |
| California Charter Schools Association | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $250,000 |
| Open Door Network | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $230,000 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $229,409 |
| Change Reaction | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $200,000 |
| Boulder Crest Retreat for Wounded Warriors | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $200,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Los Angeles | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $200,000 |
| UCSF Foundation | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $150,000 |
| Must | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $150,000 |
| Central California Food Bank | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $125,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Incorporated | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $110,000 |
| Project Hope | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $105,150 |
| Safe Place for Youth | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Fresno County | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| The Better Angels Society | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| DonorsChooseorg | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| Community Action Partnership of Kern | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| Rebuild North Bay Foundation | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| A New Way of Life Reentry Project | Donee's tax exempt purpose | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stewart A Resnick
- Lynda R Resnick
- Craig B Cooper
- Jordan P Weiss
- Jeremiah L Kalan
- Jill Thacker
Questions people ask
Does Resnick Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Resnick Foundation give?
$78.3 million in tax year 2024, across 152 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Resnick Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stewart A Resnick (Director, President), Lynda R Resnick (Director, Chairperson), Craig B Cooper (Chief Legal Offcr & Secretary) and Jordan P Weiss (Evp & Chief Tax Officer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Resnick Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and arts and culture.