The Greenberg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Greenberg Foundation is a private foundation in Ventura, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 106 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $289,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants106
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$289,000
- Assets$10.4 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2024 was up from $796,861 the year before.
78% 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 | $665,678 | 103 | $11.1 million |
| 2023 | $796,861 | 50 | $11.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 106 | $10.4 million |
How to apply
The Greenberg 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 Greenberg Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 53 | $840,621 |
| New York | 19 | $99,720 |
| District of Columbia | 13 | $69,250 |
| New Mexico | 6 | $16,750 |
| Virginia | 4 | $13,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $10,100 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $6,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $5,360 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $2,500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southern California Public Radio | Support of charitable mission | $289,000 |
| Los Angeles County Museum of Art | Support of charitable mission | $200,000 |
| California Institute of the Arts | Support of charitable mission | $140,000 |
| Smithsonian Institution | Support of charitable mission | $50,000 |
| Hammer Museum | Support of charitable mission | $39,850 |
| J Paul Getty Trust | Support of charitable mission | $33,585 |
| American Folk Art Museum | Support of charitable mission | $25,000 |
| Craft in America | Support of charitable mission | $25,000 |
| Urban Glass | Support of charitable mission | $25,000 |
| Craft Contemporary | Support of charitable mission | $15,000 |
| Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law | Support of charitable mission | $15,000 |
| Museum of New Mexico Foundation | Support of charitable mission | $15,000 |
| Turn Around Arts California | Support of charitable mission | $15,000 |
| Catalyst California | Support of charitable mission | $12,500 |
| Appalachian Peace Education Center | Support of charitable mission | $10,000 |
| Brennan Center for Justice | Support of charitable mission | $10,000 |
| Equis Institute | Support of charitable mission | $10,000 |
| Panorama Global | Support of charitable mission | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Support of charitable mission | $10,000 |
| Retreat | Support of charitable mission | $10,000 |
| Richard Tucker Music Foundation | Support of charitable mission | $10,000 |
| Workmoney Foundation | Support of charitable mission | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Los Angeles County Law Library | Support of charitable mission | $8,800 |
| Wells Bring Hope | Support of charitable mission | $6,300 |
| Education Law Center | Support of charitable mission | $5,000 |
| Play Penn | Support of charitable mission | $5,000 |
| Adat Ari El | Support of charitable mission | $3,800 |
| Women Lawyers Assn of Los Angeles Foundation | Support of charitable mission | $3,150 |
| Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence | Support of charitable mission | $2,500 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Support of charitable mission | $2,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Support of charitable mission | $1,500 |
| Village for Vets | Support of charitable mission | $1,500 |
| Wikimedia Foundation | Support of charitable mission | $1,500 |
| American Indian College Fund | Support of charitable mission | $1,000 |
| Amnesty International | Support of charitable mission | $1,000 |
| Army War College Foundation | Support of charitable mission | $1,000 |
| Beit T'shuvah | Support of charitable mission | $1,000 |
| California Volunteers Fund | Support of charitable mission | $1,000 |
| Conservation International | Support of charitable mission | $1,000 |
| Fountain Theatre | Support of charitable mission | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Steinhauser
- Marla Brown
- Jeffrey Manocherian
Questions people ask
Does The Greenberg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Greenberg Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 106 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Greenberg Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan Steinhauser (President), Marla Brown (Secretary/Treasurer) and Jeffrey Manocherian (Director).
What does The Greenberg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.