The John Randolph Haynes and Dora Haynes Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The John Randolph Haynes and Dora Haynes Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $972,531 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $6,500 and the largest $415,000. 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$972,531
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$6,500
- Largest grant$415,000
- Assets$72.9 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $972,531 | 18 | $72.9 million |
How to apply
The John Randolph Haynes and Dora Haynes 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 John Randolph Haynes and Dora Haynes Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 15 | $886,631 |
| Indiana | 1 | $11,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California Community Foundation | General operating support | $415,000 |
| University of Southern California | Research and operations | $198,000 |
| Claremont McKenna College | Governance and democracy planning | $110,000 |
| Regents of the University of California Irvine | Governance and democracy planning | $87,431 |
| California Science Center Foundation | General operating support | $11,500 |
| Nextgen Climate America Inc | Programs benefitting the los angeles region | $11,500 |
| UCLA Foundation | Alzheimer's disease center | $11,500 |
| University of Notre Dame | Educational programs in so cal catholic schools served by alliance for catholic education teachers | $11,500 |
| A New Way of Life Reentry Project | General operating support | $6,500 |
| Community Partners | General operating support | $6,500 |
| Homeboy Industries | General operating support | $6,500 |
| Partnership for la Schools | General operating support | $6,000 |
| Coro Southern California | Coro fellows program | $5,500 |
| Daniel Pearl Foundation | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Green Dot Public Schools California | Advanced ethnic studies at locke high school | $5,000 |
| The Links Foundation | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Urban History Association | The uha 2025 annual meeting | $5,000 |
| Cal State University Northridge | Boris ricks memorial scholarship fund | $700 |
Officers and trustees
- Raphe Sonenshein
- Ms Robin Myrne Kramer
- Mr Robert Bob A Eckert
- Ms Rebecca Becky Vila
- Mr Gil Garcetti Esq
- Mr Enrique Rick Hernandez Jr
- Ms Morenike Nike Irvin
- Mr Joseph Joseph Tomas McKellar
- Mr Gilbert Gil T Ray
Questions people ask
Does The John Randolph Haynes and Dora Haynes Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The John Randolph Haynes and Dora Haynes Foundation give?
$972,531 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $6,500.
Who runs The John Randolph Haynes and Dora Haynes Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Raphe Sonenshein (Executive Director), Ms Robin Myrne Kramer (President), Mr Robert Bob A Eckert (Treasurer) and Ms Rebecca Becky Vila (Secretary) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does The John Randolph Haynes and Dora Haynes Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and science and research.