The Deutsch Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Deutsch Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Monica, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $9.3 million in 73 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$9.3 million
- Number of grants73
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$189 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was up from $9.0 million the year before.
41% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $9.5 million | 98 | $200 million |
| 2023 | $9.0 million | 96 | $179 million |
| 2024 | $9.3 million | 73 | $189 million |
How to apply
The Deutsch 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 Deutsch Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 71 | $7.5 million |
| Ohio | 1 | $100,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holocaust Museum la | General operating support | $1.0 million |
| Coalition for Responsible Community Development | General operating support | $555,128 |
| People Concern | General operating support | $300,000 |
| Skirball Cultural Center | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Southern California Grantmakers | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Homeboy Industries | General operating support | $175,000 |
| CCF Community Initiatives Fund | General operating support | $160,000 |
| Los Angeles Youth Network | General operating support | $155,000 |
| Fulcrum Arts | General operating support | $150,000 |
| Leadersup | General operating support | $150,000 |
| Los Angeles LGBT Center | General operating support | $150,000 |
| UCLA Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation | General operating support | $150,000 |
| Venice Family Clinic | General operating support | $150,000 |
| United Friends of the Children | General operating support | $140,000 |
| Downtown Women's Center | General operating support | $125,000 |
| Long Beach Day Nursery | General operating support | $125,000 |
| St Anne's Maternity Home | General operating support | $125,000 |
| The Alliance for Childrens Rights | General operating support | $125,000 |
| Hathaway-Sycamores Child & Family Services | General operating support | $120,000 |
| Partners for Children South la | General operating support | $120,000 |
| Children's Institute Inc | General operating support | $115,000 |
| The Wooden Floor for Youth Movement | General operating support | $115,000 |
| Advancement Through Opportunity and Knowledge | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Allies for Every Child Inc | General operating support | $100,000 |
| California Community Foundation | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Childrens Bureau | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Etm-La Inc | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | General operating support | $100,000 |
| First Place for Youth | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Harmony Project | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Hillsides | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Koreatown Youth and Community Center | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Oregon Community Foundation | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Puente Learning Center | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Safe Place for Youth | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Union Station Homeless Services | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Unite la | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Wayfinder Family Services | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Casa of Los Angeles | General operating support | $95,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | General operating support | $90,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carl Deutsch
- Kristina Deutsch
- Janis Minton
Questions people ask
Does The Deutsch Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Deutsch Foundation give?
$9.3 million in tax year 2024, across 73 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Deutsch Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carl Deutsch (President), Kristina Deutsch (Secretary) and Janis Minton (Trustee).
What does The Deutsch Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and community development.