The Marilyn and Jeffrey Katzenberg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Marilyn and Jeffrey Katzenberg Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $785,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$785,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$13.8 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.6 million the year before.
56% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.6 million | 31 | $13.4 million |
| 2024 | $785,000 | 18 | $13.8 million |
How to apply
The Marilyn and Jeffrey Katzenberg 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 Marilyn and Jeffrey Katzenberg Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $640,000 |
| New York | 4 | $115,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California Community Foundation | Civic community | $300,000 |
| The John Paul Stevens Foundation | Education | $100,000 |
| Cedars Sinai Medical Center | Health | $100,000 |
| Clooney Foundation for Justice | Civic advocacy | $50,000 |
| Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles | Health | $50,000 |
| City Year Inc | Education | $30,000 |
| The Paley Center for Media | Education | $30,000 |
| American Friends of the Hebrew University | Religious | $25,000 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | Religious | $25,000 |
| BABY2BABY | Children | $15,000 |
| Friends of Saban Community Clinic | Health | $15,000 |
| American Friends of Sheba Medical Center | Health | $10,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | Religious | $10,000 |
| Harvard Westlake School | Education | $7,500 |
| Southern California Jewish Sports Hall of Fame | Religious | $5,000 |
| Tower Cancer Research Foundation | Health | $5,000 |
| Variety the Children's Charity of Southern California | Children | $5,000 |
| Laurence School | Education | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey Katzenberg
- Marilyn Katzenberg
Questions people ask
Does The Marilyn and Jeffrey Katzenberg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Marilyn and Jeffrey Katzenberg Foundation give?
$785,000 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Marilyn and Jeffrey Katzenberg Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeffrey Katzenberg (President) and Marilyn Katzenberg (Secretary, Cfo).
What does The Marilyn and Jeffrey Katzenberg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and health.