Roth Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Roth Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $963,167 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $17,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$963,167
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$17,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $237,500 the year before.
71% 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 | $687,500 | 8 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $237,500 | 16 | $5.4 million |
| 2025 | $963,167 | 14 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
Roth 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 Roth Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $750,000 |
| California | 11 | $248,167 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $65,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lambda Legal Defense & Education Fund Inc | Trans rights project | $500,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Inc | General operating support | $250,000 |
| My Friend's Place | Capital campaign | $100,000 |
| Documentary Educational Resources | Finishing costs for the film "cut to david" | $65,000 |
| North County LGBTQ Resource Center | To support the care of 31 youth | $51,667 |
| Calibrate | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Southern California Grantmakers | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Global Arts | Sponsoring students for music program | $14,000 |
| California Community Foundation | Fbo la partnership for early childhood investment | $10,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | General operating support | $10,000 |
| The Advot Project | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Friends of Cabrillo Marine Aquarium | Summer nights lights | $5,000 |
| Taking the Reins | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Wings of Rescue | General operating support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Rachel Roth
- Andrea Roth-Fedida
- Sarah Roth
Questions people ask
Does Roth Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Roth Family Foundation give?
$963,167 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $17,000.
Who runs Roth Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rachel Roth (President), Andrea Roth-Fedida (Treasurer) and Sarah Roth (Secretary).
What does Roth Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.