SF & RL Pepper Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
SF & RL Pepper Family Foundation is a private foundation in Beverly Hills, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $346,685 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$346,685
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$30,399
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was up from $106,912 the year before.
60% of its 2024 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 | $106,912 | 28 | $129,868 |
| 2024 | $346,685 | 47 | $30,399 |
How to apply
SF & RL Pepper 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 SF & RL Pepper Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 34 | $272,375 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $40,360 |
| New York | 10 | $32,950 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jfla | Support loans for individuals in need. | $50,000 |
| The People Concern | Assistance and support for thehomeless. | $47,000 |
| American Jewish University | Support of jewish education | $40,000 |
| Voice Health Institute | Support of voice related health issues. | $40,000 |
| The Wallis | Support of a community arts programs. | $27,000 |
| Cedars Sinai Emergency Dept Expansion | Support of additional emergency room facilities. | $15,000 |
| Concern Foundation | Support of cancer research | $13,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | Support of israel's emergency response. | $12,000 |
| The Jewish Federation | Support of the jewish community. | $11,000 |
| UCLA Foundation - Financial Aid and Scholarships | Support and financial assistance of education costs . | $11,000 |
| Conservation Research Foundation Museum | Support for the museum's photographs council | $10,000 |
| UCLA Foundation - Urology | Support of care and research in urology. | $10,000 |
| Hammer Museum | Support for the hammer art museum. | $5,000 |
| Hillcrest Country Club Foundation | Support of educational scholarships foundation. | $5,000 |
| Women's Cancer Research Fund | To support breast cancer research. | $5,000 |
| American Friends of the Hebrew University | Support for a jewish university | $4,250 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee | Support of humanitarian relief efforts for jewish people in need. | $3,000 |
| Los Angeles County Museum of Art | Support for the public art museum. | $2,500 |
| Friends of the Idf | Support for defense forces of israel | $2,000 |
| Jewish Community Relations Council of New York | Support for the jewish community relations council. | $2,000 |
| Los Angeles Ballet | Support for dance in los angeles. | $2,000 |
| Physicians for Human Rights | To support humanitarian emergencies. | $2,000 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation | Support of research for parkinson disease. | $2,000 |
| The Music Center | Support the preservation and performance of music | $2,000 |
| UCLA Foundation - Public Policy | Support of advanced education in public policy. | $2,000 |
| UCLA Men's Volleyball Fund | Athletic support of the ucla volleyball team. | $2,000 |
| Beit T'shuvah | Support for addiction treatment center | $1,975 |
| Beverly Hills Firefighters' Association | Support for the fire department. | $1,500 |
| Maple Counseling | To support mental health wellness. | $1,400 |
| Beverly Hills Police Officers Benevolent Fund | Support for the police department. | $1,000 |
| Cedars Sinai Regenerative Med Inst | Support for research advancements in medical care. | $1,000 |
| City of Hope | To support cancer and diabetes research. | $1,000 |
| Discovery Eye Foundation | Support eye research and improve medical care. | $1,000 |
| Downtown Women's Center | To support women's health care. | $1,000 |
| Friends of Elnet | Support of human rights issues of israel. | $1,000 |
| Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles | Support of musical experiences. | $1,000 |
| Hillel at UCLA | To support university programs for students. | $1,000 |
| Jobs Vision Success | To support career development. | $1,000 |
| La Family Housing | Assistance for individuals with housing needs. | $1,000 |
| National Jewish Health | To support treating lung, heart, immune diseases. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Murray Pepper
- James Caskey
- Karen Krasney
Questions people ask
Does SF & RL Pepper Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does SF & RL Pepper Family Foundation give?
$346,685 in tax year 2024, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs SF & RL Pepper Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Murray Pepper (President/Director), James Caskey (Director/Treasurer) and Karen Krasney (Director/Secretary).
What does SF & RL Pepper Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.