The Danhakl Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Danhakl Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.2 million in 33 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $525,000. 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$4.2 million
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$525,000
- Assets$98.9 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.8 million the year before.
21% 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 | $3.8 million | 43 | $101 million |
| 2024 | $4.2 million | 33 | $98.9 million |
How to apply
The Danhakl 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 The Danhakl Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $3.5 million |
| Massachusetts | 5 | $295,107 |
| New York | 2 | $185,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $150,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $65,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $17,500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $7,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Hospital of Los Angeles | Health | $525,000 |
| Partnership for Los Angeles Schools | Education | $500,000 |
| New Door Ventures | Address community needs | $400,000 |
| College Track | Education | $375,000 |
| Aim High for High School | Education | $350,000 |
| The Hack Foundation | Education | $250,000 |
| Bay Area Scores | Address community needs | $200,000 |
| Union Rescue Mission | Address community needs | $200,000 |
| Harvard Business School | Education | $195,107 |
| Sponsors for Educational Opportunity | Education | $175,000 |
| Brotherhood Crusade | Address community needs | $150,000 |
| Chrysalis Center Inc | Address community needs | $150,000 |
| Juma Ventures | Education | $100,000 |
| Stanford University | Education | $100,000 |
| The Nest School | Education | $65,000 |
| Alex's Lemonade | Address community needs | $50,000 |
| Heart of la | Address community needs | $50,000 |
| Homeboy Industries | Address community needs | $50,000 |
| Los Angeles Free Clinic (Saban Community Clinic) | Health | $50,000 |
| Rewerk | Education | $50,000 |
| Trustees of Reservations | Address community needs | $50,000 |
| Dover Land Conservation Trust | Address community needs | $25,000 |
| Real Options for City Kids | Address community needs | $25,000 |
| Danny and Rons Rescue | Animal rescue | $20,000 |
| Washington International Horseshow Association LTD | Address community needs | $17,500 |
| Devon Horse Show & Country Fair Foundation | Education | $15,000 |
| Norfolk Hunt Foundation | Hunting | $15,000 |
| Buffalo Therapeutic Riding Center Inc | Address community needs | $10,000 |
| Carlthorp School | Education | $10,000 |
| Historical New England | Address community needs | $10,000 |
| Silicon Valley Social Venture Fund | Address community needs | $10,000 |
| Ushja Foundation Inc | Address community needs | $7,500 |
| Detroit Horse Power | Animal rescue | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John G Danhakl
- Katherine A Danhakl
- Elizabeth Anne Reed
- Victoria Lin Danhakl
- Thomas Charles Danhakl
- Stephanie Elizabeth Danhakl
- Peter Randolph Raymond
- Andrew Philips Reed
Questions people ask
Does The Danhakl Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Danhakl Family Foundation give?
$4.2 million in tax year 2024, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Danhakl Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John G Danhakl (Trustee), Katherine A Danhakl (Trustee), Elizabeth Anne Reed (President, Trustee, Chair, Ed) and Victoria Lin Danhakl (Trustee) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Danhakl Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.