The Marcia Israel Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Marcia Israel Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $930,000 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$930,000
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$21.4 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $858,600 the year before.
17% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $858,600 | 38 | $18.9 million |
| 2024 | $930,000 | 35 | $21.4 million |
How to apply
The Marcia Israel Foundation Inc 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 Marcia Israel Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 27 | $832,000 |
| New York | 3 | $38,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $18,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $7,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $7,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wilshire Boulevard Temple | Public support of organization mission | $100,000 |
| Providence Tarzana Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $75,000 |
| Jewish Federation Los Angeles | Public support of organization mission | $65,000 |
| Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School | Public support of organization mission | $50,000 |
| De Toledo High School | Public support of organization mission | $50,000 |
| Music Center Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $50,000 |
| Anti Defamation League | Public support of organization mission | $36,000 |
| City of Hope | Public support of organization mission | $36,000 |
| Holocaust Museum la | Public support of organization mission | $36,000 |
| Los Angeles Jewish Home for the Aging | Public support of organization mission | $36,000 |
| The Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $36,000 |
| Geffen Playhouse | Public support of organization mission | $30,000 |
| Skirball Cultural Center | Public support of organization mission | $30,000 |
| Beit T'shuvah | Public support of organization mission | $25,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Public support of organization mission | $25,000 |
| St Vincent Meals on Wheels | Public support of organization mission | $25,000 |
| Temple Ahavat Shalom | Public support of organization mission | $25,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $20,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Public support of organization mission | $18,000 |
| Cayton Children's Museum | Public support of organization mission | $18,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Public support of organization mission | $18,000 |
| New Horizons | Public support of organization mission | $18,000 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | Public support of organization mission | $18,000 |
| Wayfinder Family Services | Public support of organization mission | $18,000 |
| Yivo Institute for Jewish Research | Public support of organization mission | $18,000 |
| Golden Heart Ranch | Public support of organization mission | $7,500 |
| North Carolina Hillel Unc-Chaple Hill | Public support of organization mission | $7,500 |
| Partners for Potential Inc | Public support of organization mission | $7,500 |
| Tulane Hillel | Public support of organization mission | $7,500 |
| Concern Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Fulfillment Fund | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Knock Foundation | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation Greater Los Angeles | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan Counties | Public support of organization mission | $2,000 |
| Friendship Circle | Public support of organization mission | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jack Sheldon Neinstein
- Richard Conn
- Kenneth Miles
Questions people ask
Does The Marcia Israel Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Marcia Israel Foundation Inc give?
$930,000 in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Marcia Israel Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Jack Sheldon Neinstein (President, Director), Richard Conn (Chief Financial Officer) and Kenneth Miles (Director).
What does The Marcia Israel Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.