Samuelson Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Samuelson Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $699,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $250,000. 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$699,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$26.0 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $179,957 the year before.
33% 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 | $179,957 | 26 | $15.1 million |
| 2024 | $699,000 | 21 | $26.0 million |
How to apply
Samuelson Charitable 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 Samuelson Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 16 | $679,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $4,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California Lutheran University | General program support | $250,000 |
| Occidental College | General program support | $250,000 |
| Beacon Housing Inc | General program support | $29,500 |
| Connect 2 Ministries | General program support | $29,500 |
| Bridges | General program support | $20,000 |
| Door of Hope | General program support | $20,000 |
| Crossroads Community Church | General program support | $18,500 |
| Christ Lutheran Church | General program support | $14,000 |
| The Madeleine Choir School | General program support | $10,000 |
| YMCA of the Foothill | General program support | $10,000 |
| New Hope Lutheran Church | General program support | $7,500 |
| Hollywood Church of Christ | General program support | $7,000 |
| Rose Drive Friends Church | General program support | $7,000 |
| Christ the Servant Lutheran Church | General program support | $5,000 |
| Marin Catholic High School | General program support | $5,000 |
| Santa Clarita Valley Boys & Girls Club | General program support | $5,000 |
| The Church at Rancho Bernardo | General program support | $5,000 |
| Community United Methodist Church | General program support | $3,000 |
| Buena Vida Amigos | General program support | $1,000 |
| Los Angeles Conservation Corps | General program support | $1,000 |
| Pittsburgh Theological Seminary | General program support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Reid G Samuelson
- Warren Lukesh
- Todd Samuelson
- Gary Awad
- H James Schafer
Questions people ask
Does Samuelson Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Samuelson Charitable Foundation give?
$699,000 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Samuelson Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Reid G Samuelson (Chief Executive Officer), Warren Lukesh (Chief Financial Officer), Todd Samuelson (Secretary) and Gary Awad (Officer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Samuelson Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.