Russ Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Russ Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $95,455 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$95,455
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$542,791
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was down from $141,850 the year before.
36% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $141,850 | 16 | $505,413 |
| 2024 | $95,455 | 11 | $542,791 |
How to apply
| Contact | Larry C Russ 12424 Wilshire Blvd 12th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90025 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (310) 826-7474 |
| What to submit | In writing, indicating charitable purpose and IRS charitable qualification |
| Restrictions | Contributions are made for charitable purposes and supports to various non-profit organizations. |
What Russ Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $55,955 |
| New York | 3 | $37,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish National Fund | Support jewish philantropic initiatives | $25,000 |
| Sinai Temple | Support organizations goals | $17,605 |
| Cedar Sinai Medical Center | Support organizations goals | $14,000 |
| Friends of Elnet | Support cultural relations with israel | $7,500 |
| Standwithus | To educate about israel and fight rising antisemitism | $7,500 |
| Jewish Graduate Student Initiative | To support jewish graduate students. | $7,500 |
| Afins | Support organizations goals | $5,000 |
| Tower Cancer Research | Support organizations goals | $4,850 |
| Young Israel of North Beverly Hills | Support organizations goals | $2,500 |
| Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles | Support organizations goals | $2,000 |
| Friends of Duvdevan Israel | Support organizations goals | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Larry C Russ
- Sonia S Russ
- Samantha J Russ
Questions people ask
Does Russ Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Russ Family Foundation give?
$95,455 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Russ Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Larry C Russ (Ceo/Secretary/Cfo), Sonia S Russ (Director) and Samantha J Russ (Director).
What does Russ Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.