The Audrey Irmas Foundation for Social Justice
Accepts applications
The Audrey Irmas Foundation for Social Justice is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $2.2 million in 36 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $295,985. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$2.2 million
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$295,985
- Assets$50.7 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2023 was down from $2.7 million the year before.
44% of its 2023 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 | $2.7 million | 28 | $45.7 million |
| 2023 | $2.2 million | 36 | $50.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Matthew Irmas 12301 Wilshire Blvd Suite 418, Los Angeles, CA 90025 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (310) 476-0261 |
| What to submit | Letter |
What The Audrey Irmas Foundation for Social Justice funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 28 | $1.7 million |
| New York | 3 | $240,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $150,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $45,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $31,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Heart of Los Angeles | Scholarship | $295,985 |
| La Family Housing | Capital campaign | $250,000 |
| Public Counsel | General support | $250,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | Irmas lgbtq, gender & reproductive justice project | $200,000 |
| USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center | General support | $200,000 |
| Africa Foundation USA | General support | $150,000 |
| Bet Tzedek | Medical/legal partnership | $150,000 |
| A Place Called Home | General support | $100,000 |
| Neighborhood Legal Services Los Angeles | General support | $75,000 |
| Little Kids Rock - Music Will | General support | $45,000 |
| Strive | General support | $40,000 |
| Bresee Foundation | Battle poverty in la | $30,000 |
| Mental Health Advocacy Services | General support | $30,000 |
| One Justice | General support | $30,000 |
| USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism | Critical media project | $30,000 |
| First Star Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Jewish Voice for Peace | General support | $25,000 |
| Lawyer's Committee for Civil Rights Under Law | General support | $25,000 |
| Play Equity Fund | General support | $25,000 |
| The Brigid Alliance | General support | $25,000 |
| Volunteer Collective | General support | $25,000 |
| Western Center on Law & Poverty Inc | Support low income californians | $25,000 |
| Mayors Fund for Los Angeles | La emergency COVID-19 crisis fund | $19,000 |
| New Village Girls Academy | General support | $15,000 |
| Students Run la | General support | $15,000 |
| T'ruah | General support | $15,000 |
| Youth Emerging Stronger | General support | $12,500 |
| Abilityfirst | General support | $10,000 |
| The Narrative Method Group | General support | $10,000 |
| Mazon A Jewish Response to Hunger | General support | $7,500 |
| Keen | General support | $5,000 |
| Wilshrie Boulevard Temple | Support low cost psychotherapy clinic | $5,000 |
| Legal Aid Foundation of la | General support | $3,500 |
| Go Campaign | General support | $1,500 |
| Builders of Jewish Education | General support | $1,000 |
| Legal Services Corporation | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew Irmas
- Jack Irmas
- Daniel Irmas
- David Lash
- Aaron Irmas
- Deborah Lynn Irmas
Questions people ask
Does The Audrey Irmas Foundation for Social Justice accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Audrey Irmas Foundation for Social Justice give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2023, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Audrey Irmas Foundation for Social Justice?
Its 2023 filing lists Matthew Irmas (Ceo/Cfo/Director), Jack Irmas (Director), Daniel Irmas (Director) and David Lash (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Audrey Irmas Foundation for Social Justice fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and human services.