The Audre Slater Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Audre Slater Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 31 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $260,000. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$260,000
- Assets$30.9 million
- New grantees74%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
74% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $25,000 | 1 | $26.9 million |
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 19 | $30.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 31 | $30.9 million |
How to apply
The Audre Slater 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 Audre Slater Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 31 | $1.5 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Madison Project | Project support | $260,000 |
| The Industry | Program support | $110,000 |
| Laco | Program support | $105,000 |
| Amazing Grace Conservatory | Program support | $100,000 |
| Ojai Music Festival | Program support | $100,000 |
| Kids in the Spotlight | Program support | $100,000 |
| USC Kaufmann School of Dance | Program support | $85,000 |
| Los Angelles Philharmonic | Program support | $50,000 |
| Deaf West Theatre | Program support | $50,000 |
| KCRW | Program support | $50,000 |
| Wilshire Boulevard Temple | Program support | $50,000 |
| The Wilfandel | Program support | $50,000 |
| Skirball Cultural Center | Program support | $50,000 |
| Fernando Pullmun Community Arts Center | Program support | $40,000 |
| Fountain Theartre | Program support | $35,000 |
| Bodytraffic | Program support | $25,000 |
| The Opera Buffs | Program support | $25,000 |
| Marat Daukayev Dance | Program support | $25,000 |
| Csun Foundation | Program support | $25,000 |
| Elemental Music | Program support | $25,000 |
| Arts Bridging the Gap | Program support | $25,000 |
| Urban Voices Project | Program support | $25,000 |
| Ruskin Group Theatre | Program support | $24,000 |
| Pacific Opera Project | Program support | $15,000 |
| California Dance Institute | Program support | $15,000 |
| Musique | Program support | $10,000 |
| Santa Monica High School | Program support | $10,000 |
| Loren Zachary Society | Program support | $6,000 |
| Musicares | Program support | $5,000 |
| Ojai Playwrights Conference | Program support | $5,000 |
| Verdi Chorus | Program support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mitchell Heskel
Questions people ask
Does The Audre Slater Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Audre Slater Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Audre Slater Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mitchell Heskel (Trustee).
What does The Audre Slater Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.