Ronald S Lushing Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ronald S Lushing Family Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Monica, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $53,060 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $6,600. 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$53,060
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$6,600
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was down from $79,150 the year before.
11% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $79,150 | 24 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $53,060 | 19 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Ronald S Lushing 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 Ronald S Lushing Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New Mexico.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 9 | $22,600 |
| California | 7 | $22,560 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe Chamber Music | General | $6,600 |
| Leo Baeck Temple | General | $5,760 |
| Human Rights Watch | General | $5,000 |
| Palm Springs Friends of Philharmonic | General | $5,000 |
| Santa Fe Opera | General | $5,000 |
| Concern Foundation | General | $4,000 |
| Caravanserai Project | General | $2,500 |
| Center for Contemporary Arts | General | $2,500 |
| Los Angeles Conservancy | General | $2,500 |
| Museum of New Mexico Foundation | General | $2,500 |
| PBS | General | $2,500 |
| Southern California Counseling Center | General | $2,000 |
| Swaia | General | $2,000 |
| Bienvenidos Outreach | General | $1,000 |
| Institute of American Indian Arts | General | $1,000 |
| Lensic Performing Arts | General | $1,000 |
| Site Santa Fe | General | $1,000 |
| Music Center | General | $800 |
| Gamm Mu Foundation | General | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald S Lushing
- Brian A Lushing
Questions people ask
Does Ronald S Lushing Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ronald S Lushing Family Foundation give?
$53,060 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Ronald S Lushing Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ronald S Lushing (President) and Brian A Lushing (Vice Pres.).
What does Ronald S Lushing Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.