The Mazursky Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mazursky Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $254,500 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$254,500
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$16.0 million
How to apply
The Mazursky Family 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 Mazursky Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 17 | $117,400 |
| Idaho | 2 | $46,200 |
| Colorado | 2 | $21,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $21,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 2 | $9,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $3,900 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| La Jolla Playhouse | As a non-profit regional theatre, la jolla playhouse relies upon the collective charitable giving of thousands of individuals whose donations fund the research and development of artists and stories and sustain our military and educational programs for all san diegans. | $25,000 |
| Sun Valley Writers' Conference | Helps fund the school and community programs, educating, inspiring, and fueling a love of literature and learning among students, teachers, and the entire wood river valley. | $24,200 |
| Sun Valley Film Festival | Since 2012, svff, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, has hosted the annual sun valley film festival featuring a slate of cutting-edge films and tv premieres, industry panels, engaging coffee talks with entertainment luminaries, a screenwriters lab led by award-winning writers, and a series of parties culminating with the spectacular awards bash. In 2022, with the support of a generous benefactor, it expanded its offerings to include year-round film related programming. Through continued patron support, svff also builds on sun valley film initiative, which develops professionals and illuminates the process of filmmaking, propelling emerging voices with grants and education. | $22,000 |
| Utah Film Center | Utah film center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that harnesses the power of the moving image through film exhibition, media arts education, and artist support to connect with communities around utah. Our programs are designed to raise critical awareness, build empathy, and nurture artistic expression, all while establishing a local, thriving utah-based filmmaking ecosystem. | $21,000 |
| Kenyon College | School | $20,000 |
| The Painted Turtle | The mission of the painted turtle is to provide a year-round, life-changing environment and authentic camp experience for children with chronic and life-threatening illnesses. The painted turtle supports children's medical needs, inspires them to reach beyond their illnesses, and provides care, education, and respite for their families. | $20,000 |
| There With Care | Provide a wide range of thoughtful and fundamental services to families and children during the critical phase of a medical crisis. We serve families referred by medical agencies, by building a network of services and people who ease the burden of life's day-to-day obligations with compassion and care. | $19,000 |
| Ebmrf | The epidermolysis bullosa medical research foundation was established in 1991 by gary & lynn fechser anderson at the request of dr. Eugene bauer, then professor and chairman of the department of dermatology at the stanford university school of medicine. His research team was making exciting progress of their study of eb but needed additional funding to realize their goals . | $12,800 |
| Earth Island Institute | Earth island institute is a nonprofit environmental organization and fiscal sponsor to more than seventy-five projects working in the areas of conservation, energy and climate, women's environmental leadership, international and indigenous communities, sustainability and community resilience, and more. The organization also includes a legal division, earth island advocates, a youth leadership program, new leaders initiative, and an award-winning magazine, earth island journal. | $12,500 |
| Holocaust Museum | Holocaust museum la continues its mission to commemorate those who perished, honor those who survived, educate about the holocausst and inspire a more dignified and humane world. | $12,000 |
| Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation | Designated a "comprehensive cancer center" by the national cancer institute, a testament to its excellence in cancer research, education, and community outreach and through its strong partnership with ucla health to providing outstanding cancer patient care, prevention and survivorship. | $10,000 |
| Plastic Pollution Coalition | Collaborates with an expansive global alliance of organizations, businesses, and individuals to create a more just, equitable, regenerative world free of plastic pollution and its toxic impacts. | $10,000 |
| Fractured Atlas | Fractured atlas evolved into an arts service organization in 2002, with a new goal of empowering a wider segment of the arts community in a manner that was both scalable and sustainable. We want to ignite the art of progress by providing educational resources and technological tools to help you make art that matters in the world. | $8,000 |
| Ben's Lighthouse | En's lighthouse offers the isle of skoo program that empowers children and teens to develop the self-awareness, empathy and social connections they need to find and share their own light through music, puppetry and mentorship. | $5,000 |
| City of Hope | City of hope is transforming the future of health. Every day we turn science into practical benefit. We turn hope into reality. We accomplish this through exquisite care, innovative research and vital education focused on eliminating cancer and diabetes. | $5,000 |
| Homeschool Now | Our approach is a hands-on, nature-enhanced program allowing children more privatized instruction to reach their highest individual potential. Many feel that larger public and private school settings are not the perfect fit for every student and teacher. Homeschool now's students benefit from personalized instruction, engaging their interests as individuals. This creative approach fosters a new and deeper love of learning in the children. | $3,900 |
| Geffen Playhouse | Our vision for the geffen is that people of all races, faiths, sexual orientations, abilities, genders and backgrounds find it an easily accessible and highly relevant source of art that reflects the dynamic human experience and galvanizes a more equitable and vibrant community. In adopting this statement, we are amplifying our strategic and ongoing commitment to improving and increasing the cultural diversity, equity and inclusion of our audiences, staff, artists, board, and programming. | $3,600 |
| Edward Charles Foundation | We oversee and administer disbursing $1,000,000.00 per week for charitable purposes like saving endangered species, solving food poverty, ending homelessness, curing incurable disease, preventing and treating mental health related issues, etc. | $2,550 |
| Alliance for Children's Rights | The alliance fights to provide stability for children in foster care and those at risk of entering foster care by helping them obtain access to mental and medical healthcare, educational services, benefits, housing, and more. For those who cannot return to their biological parents, the alliance provides permanency through adoption and legal guardianship. For young adults who "age out" of foster care without a stable connection to a supportive adult, our programs and advocacy services specifically for young adults guide them in their journey to independence. | $2,500 |
| Sacred Spirit Illumination | N/a | $2,500 |
| The Hands and Hearts of Hope Foundation | The hands and hearts of hope foundation is dedicated to serving and lifting up members of society with the greatest need. These are people who have fallen through the cracks of society and life. We provide opportunities, resources, and skills to transform and enrich their lives, assisting them to become active, engaged members of our human family. | $2,500 |
| Congregation Ner Shalom | Congregation ner shalom strives to be a radically inclusive community that embraces creative and meaningful expressions of jewish spiritual tradition and celebration through ritual, social justice action, music, learning and laughter. | $2,000 |
| Partners in Animal Protection and Conservation | Partners in animal protection and conservation raises funds for organizations around the world that provide protection and conservation of animals. The organization offers programs focused on raising funds for animal protection and conservation in the wild. | $2,000 |
| Spirit Series | Delivering vital skills & inspiration to school communities through the profound power of story. | $1,950 |
| Alzheimer's Association | The alzheimer's association leads the way to end alzheimer's and all other dementia by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. | $1,000 |
| Los Cenzontles Cultural Arts Academy | Los cenzontles is a band, a nonprofit organization, a music academy, a community space for youth and families, and a hub for latino artists all working together to amplify our mexican roots here in the bay area and beyond. | $1,000 |
| Sweet Relief Musicians Fund | Sweet relief musicians fund provides financial assistance to all types of career musicians and music industry workers who are struggling to make ends meet while facing physical or mental health issues, disability, or age-related problems. | $1,000 |
| You Gotta Believe | Our goal is to find youth permanent families so that they have the support system they need to live safely and to their highest potential. Whether that means helping youth reconnect to their families of origin, to other people who have played a role in their lives, or to new families that will make a new commitment to be there for life. | $1,000 |
| The Drake Group | Educate policymakers and advance legislative initiatives that foster academic integrity and athlete wellbeing in intercollegiate athletics | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Carly de Castro
- Kate Brien
- Jill Mazursky-Cody
Questions people ask
Does The Mazursky Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mazursky Family Foundation give?
$254,500 in tax year 2023, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Mazursky Family Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Carly de Castro (Secretary & Director), Kate Brien (Cfo & Director) and Jill Mazursky-Cody (Ceo & Director).
What does The Mazursky Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.