Robert T Blywise Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert T Blywise Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $106,824 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$106,824
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$792,136
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $87,445 the year before.
56% 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 | $93,440 | 33 | $705,270 |
| 2023 | $87,445 | 25 | $823,187 |
| 2024 | $106,824 | 31 | $792,136 |
How to apply
Robert T Blywise 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 Robert T Blywise Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 25 | $103,324 |
| New York | 2 | $1,750 |
| Washington | 2 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Jewish Health | Assistance in holistic approach to healthy aging | $20,000 |
| Leo Baeck Temple | Religious | $19,009 |
| Women's Guild Cedar Sinai | Assistance to medical research | $10,500 |
| Csun Foundation | Assistance in education activity | $10,000 |
| Oakwood School | Assistance to education activity | $6,500 |
| The Library Foundation of Los Angel | Provides critical support to the los angeles public library resulting in free programs, resources, and services available to the millions of adults, children, and youth in los angeles | $6,000 |
| Windward School | Dynamic college-preparatory school that challenges each student to achieve excellence in a nurturing, inclusive community | $5,005 |
| Harmony Project | Assistance to building a more inclusive society | $5,000 |
| Leonard I Beerman Foundation | Assistance to discrimination | $5,000 |
| Individual | $3,750 | |
| Children's Burn Foundation | To prevent the pain and trauma of burn injuries to children, and to heal and give children who have suffered severe burns the opportunity to reach their full potential, physically, psychologically, and socially | $1,600 |
| Skirball Cultural Center | Assisting in educational mentoring programs | $1,500 |
| The Teak Fellowship | Assistance in academic support | $1,500 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | Assistance in fighting anit semitism, combat holocaust denial & defend the safety of jews around the world | $1,000 |
| Leo Baeck Temple | Rabbi and cantor discretionary funds | $1,000 |
| Individual | Empowers muslims, jews and allies to bridge divisions and leverage shared values to strengthen our communities and our fragile democracy | $1,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | Assistance to friends of semel institute | $1,000 |
| Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters | To assist youth in achieving their full potential through innovative, impactful mentorship programs | $1,000 |
| Individual | Assistance in providing sexual health care in the us and globally | $1,000 |
| Center Theatre Group | Assistance to the arts | $500 |
| UCLA Foundation | Assistance to the rape treatment center | $500 |
| Individual | Assistance to adult care | $500 |
| Individual | Assistance to help the needy | $500 |
| Pike Place Market Foundation | To nurture a thriving market community | $500 |
| Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Fo | To administer charitable gifts on behalf of st. Anne hospital, st. Anthony hospital, st. Clare hospital, st. Elizabeth hospital, st. Francis hospital, st. Joseph medical center, st. Michael medical center, virginia mason medical center, benaroya research institute, bailey-boushay house, and franciscan hospice house | $500 |
| Los Angeles Mission | Assistance in providing meals, hot showers, safe shelter and other life giving support to people in need | $500 |
| The Nature Conservancy | To conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends | $500 |
| Individual | $500 | |
| Opica Adult Day Program Counseling | Assisting adults with memory loss and their families | $460 |
| ACLU | To realize the promise of the united states constitution for all people and to expand the reach of its guarantees | $250 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Catalyst for racial justice in the south and beyond, working in partnership with communities to dismantle white supremacy, strengthen intersectional movements, and advance the human rights of all people | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan Steier
- Barbara Blywise
Questions people ask
Does Robert T Blywise Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert T Blywise Family Foundation give?
$106,824 in tax year 2024, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Robert T Blywise Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joan Steier (President) and Barbara Blywise (Secretary).
What does Robert T Blywise Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.