The Galen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Galen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Rancho Mirage, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $262,560 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$262,560
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$917,403
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2025 was down from $474,645 the year before.
45% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $678,560 | 36 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $474,645 | 28 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $262,560 | 20 | $917,403 |
How to apply
The Galen 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 Galen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $231,060 |
| Idaho | 4 | $21,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hammer Museum | General operations | $50,000 |
| Rancho Mirage Writers Festival | General operations | $35,000 |
| Desert X | General operations | $25,000 |
| Har-El | General operations | $25,000 |
| Jewish Federation of the Desert | General operations | $25,000 |
| Newport Christian School | General operations | $15,000 |
| Coachella Valley Repertory | General operations | $12,000 |
| Desert Community Foundation-Tamarisk Scholarship Fund | General operations | $10,000 |
| Do the Right Thing | General operations | $10,000 |
| Sun Valley Museum of Art | General operations | $10,000 |
| Artists Council | General operations | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Coachella Valley | General operations | $5,000 |
| Palm Springs Air Museum | General operations | $5,000 |
| The Argyros | General operations | $5,000 |
| Wam at Cleveland Clinic | General operations | $5,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General operations | $5,000 |
| Sfmoma | General operations | $4,810 |
| Nuqui Foundation | General operations | $4,250 |
| Sun Valley Writers' Conference | General operations | $4,000 |
| The Community Library | General operations | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Helene V Galen
- Charles Mostov
- Dori Peterman Mostov
- Nancy Peterman Goldstein
Questions people ask
Does The Galen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Galen Family Foundation give?
$262,560 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Galen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Helene V Galen (President), Charles Mostov (Secretary), Dori Peterman Mostov (Treasurer) and Nancy Peterman Goldstein (Vice-President).
What does The Galen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and education.