The Herbert & Elaine Kendall Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Herbert & Elaine Kendall Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $145,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$145,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was down from $8.7 million the year before.
13% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $8.7 million | 18 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $145,000 | 16 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Herbert & Elaine Kendall Charitable 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 Herbert & Elaine Kendall Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $130,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Arts Music Association (Cama) | Charitable | $20,000 |
| The Broad Stage | Educational | $20,000 |
| Cottage Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Human Rights Watch | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Nuclear Age Peace Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Santa Barbara Grand Opera | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Santa Barbara Museum of Art | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Unity Shoppe | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Wesleyan University | Educational | $10,000 |
| Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Cancer Center of Santa Barbara | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ensemble Theater | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Lobero Theater | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Music Academy of the West | Educational | $5,000 |
| Ready to Succeed la | Charitable | $5,000 |
| State Street Ballet | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Kendall
- Nancy Kendall McCabe
Questions people ask
Does The Herbert & Elaine Kendall Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Herbert & Elaine Kendall Charitable Foundation give?
$145,000 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Herbert & Elaine Kendall Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard Kendall (President/Treasurer) and Nancy Kendall McCabe (Secretary).
What does The Herbert & Elaine Kendall Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.