The Arzak Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Arzak Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $211,650 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $2,150 and the largest $75,000. 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$211,650
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$2,150
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$10.2 million
- New grantees34%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
34% 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 | $1.0 million | 35 | $8.6 million |
| 2024 | $211,650 | 32 | $10.2 million |
How to apply
The Arzak 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 The Arzak Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $134,050 |
| Massachusetts | 8 | $29,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $27,500 |
| New York | 5 | $17,100 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Opera | Cultural | $75,000 |
| The Huntington Library | Educational | $25,000 |
| Library of Congress | Educational | $25,000 |
| Temple Akiba | Religious | $14,200 |
| Nantucket Conservation Foundation | Educational | $10,000 |
| Nantucket Community Sailing | Sports education | $10,000 |
| Temple Israel of Hollywood | Educational | $7,200 |
| American Jewish Committee | Educational | $6,000 |
| American Jewish World Service | Social welfare | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Educatinal and social welfare | $4,600 |
| Mazon | Social welfare | $4,500 |
| Nantucket Cottage Hospital | Educational | $3,500 |
| ACLU Foundation | Social services | $3,500 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles | Social service | $3,000 |
| Ieee Foundation | Education | $2,500 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Museum | Educational | $2,500 |
| Temple Early Childhood Center | Educational & religious | $1,800 |
| Good Plus Foundation | Social services | $1,000 |
| Nantucket Historical Association | Cultural and educational services | $1,000 |
| Broadstage | Cultural | $1,000 |
| Golden Gate National Park Cons | Maintaining national park | $500 |
| Kenyon College | Educational | $500 |
| Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund | Educational | $500 |
| Nantucket Land Council | Social services | $500 |
| International Medical Corps | social welfare | $500 |
| Harvard Law School | Educational | $500 |
| Nantucket Atheneum | Cultural and educational services | $500 |
| Beth Morrison Projects | Cultural | $500 |
| Hand in Hand USA | Educational and social welfare | $500 |
| Kalw | Educational | $350 |
| KCSM Jazz | Cultural and educational | $250 |
| Kqed | Educational | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan R Shapiro
- Alison I Shapiro
- Rachel T Shapiro
- Zachary R Shapiro
Questions people ask
Does The Arzak Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Arzak Foundation give?
$211,650 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $2,150.
Who runs The Arzak Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan R Shapiro (Trustee), Alison I Shapiro (Trustee), Rachel T Shapiro (Trustee) and Zachary R Shapiro (Trustee).
What does The Arzak Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.