Robert Gore Rifkind Foundation
Accepts applications
Robert Gore Rifkind Foundation is a private foundation in West Hollywood, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $597,270 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $170,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$597,270
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$170,000
- Assets$13.5 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was up from $361,460 the year before.
53% 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 | $384,160 | 10 | $11.6 million |
| 2024 | $361,460 | 11 | $12.8 million |
| 2025 | $597,270 | 19 | $13.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Max Rifkind Barron PO Box 69216, West Hollywood, CA 90069 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (310) 699-2942 |
| What to submit | Written application should state the backround and qualifications of the applicant. In addition the applications should state the project to be researched. |
| Deadlines | Applications are considered as they are submitted. |
What Robert Gore Rifkind Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $397,270 |
| New York | 4 | $175,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles County Art Museum | Further goals of the foundation | $170,000 |
| Film Forum | Further goals of the foundation | $90,000 |
| Academy Museum of Motion Pictures | Further goals of the foundation | $50,000 |
| Columbia University | Further goals of the foundationfurther goals of the foundation | $50,000 |
| Los Angeles Philharmonic | Further goals of the foundation | $31,940 |
| Queer Art Inc | Further goals of the foundation | $30,000 |
| American Cinematheque | Further goals of the foundation | $25,000 |
| Film Independent | Further goals of the foundation | $25,000 |
| Sundance Institute | Further goals of the foundation | $25,000 |
| The Industry | Further goals of the foundation | $25,000 |
| Uclafilm and Television Archive | Further goals of the foundation | $25,000 |
| Seventh Generation Fund for Indigenous Peoples Inc | Further the goals of the foundation | $10,330 |
| Fulcrum Arts | Further the goals of the foundation | $10,000 |
| Nature Nexus Institute | Further goals of the foundation | $8,000 |
| Temple Isaiah | Further goals of the foundation | $8,000 |
| Barnard College | Further the goals of the foundation | $5,000 |
| Los Angeles Opera | Further the goals of the foundation | $5,000 |
| Chaivillage la | Further goals of the foundation | $2,000 |
| Mvseg | Further goals of the foundation | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Max Rifkind-Barron
- Jonathan Davidson
- Ed Patuto
Questions people ask
Does Robert Gore Rifkind Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications are considered as they are submitted..
How much does Robert Gore Rifkind Foundation give?
$597,270 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Robert Gore Rifkind Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Max Rifkind-Barron (President), Jonathan Davidson (Treasurer) and Ed Patuto (Director).
What does Robert Gore Rifkind Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.