Seniel & Dorothy Ostrow Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Seniel & Dorothy Ostrow Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $52,835 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $7,000. 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$52,835
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was up from $35,828 the year before.
30% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $75,870 | 42 | $1.5 million |
| 2023 | $35,828 | 32 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $52,835 | 29 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Seniel & Dorothy Ostrow 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 Seniel & Dorothy Ostrow Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $29,050 |
| New York | 9 | $17,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $1,285 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| La Opera Foundation | General operating support | $7,000 |
| Overtone Industries | General operating support | $7,000 |
| Opera America | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Beth Morrisison Projects | General operating support | $4,500 |
| Center Theatre Group | General operating support | $3,500 |
| The Glimmerglass Opera | General operating support | $2,500 |
| Actor Fund | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Central City Opera | General operating support | $2,000 |
| The Trevor Project | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Theatre Communications Group | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Lange Foundation | General operating support | $1,500 |
| Washington National Opera | General operating support | $1,500 |
| Broadway Cares | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Elizabeth Glasser Pediatric | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Love Joy Foundation | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Opera Santa Barbara | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Our House Grief Support | General operating support | $1,000 |
| PBS | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Right to Be | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Tahoe Foundation | General operating support | $1,000 |
| ASPCA Spayneuter Alliance | General operating support | $785 |
| ASPCA Spayneuter Alliance | General operating support | $500 |
| Broadway Cares | General operating support | $500 |
| KCRW | General operating support | $500 |
| KPCC | General operating support | $500 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation Parkinson | General operating support | $500 |
| On Site Opera Inc | General operating support | $500 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | General operating support | $500 |
| Venice Free Clinic | General operating support | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Samantha S Widzer
- Sara E Widzer
Questions people ask
Does Seniel & Dorothy Ostrow Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Seniel & Dorothy Ostrow Foundation give?
$52,835 in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Seniel & Dorothy Ostrow Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Samantha S Widzer (Trustee) and Sara E Widzer (Trustee).
What does Seniel & Dorothy Ostrow Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and animals.