The Michelson Found Animals Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Michelson Found Animals Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.0 million in 66 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $750,000. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants66
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$750,000
- Assets$15.2 million
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
62% 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 | $1.4 million | 69 | $14.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 66 | $15.2 million |
How to apply
The Michelson Found Animals 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Michelson Found Animals Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 38 | $1.4 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $289,701 |
| New York | 3 | $48,875 |
| Montana | 5 | $41,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $37,500 |
| Arizona | 3 | $35,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $28,100 |
| Idaho | 1 | $15,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $9,550 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Animal Medicine Project | Spay/Neuter | $750,000 |
| Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity Inc | Animal Welfare | $289,701 |
| Animal Balance | Spay/Neuter | $108,644 |
| The Little Lion Foundation | Pet Welfare | $53,000 |
| The PAW Mission Inc | Working Cat Program / Spay/Neuter | $51,000 |
| Downtown Dog Rescue | Spay/Neuter | $50,000 |
| FixNation Inc | Spay/Neuter | $50,000 |
| Stray Paws Animal Haven | Spay/Neuter | $50,000 |
| Pacific Coast Dog Rescue Inc | Pet Rescue & Care | $36,000 |
| STAND Foundation Inc | Spay/Neuter | $32,801 |
| Human Animal Bond Research Foundation | Pet-Person Relationship Research | $32,500 |
| Open Door Veterinary Collective | Hurricane Relief Efforts for Animals | $28,100 |
| Center for Biological Diversity | Biodiversity Protection | $25,000 |
| Dogs Playing for Life | Pet Rescue & Care | $25,000 |
| Farm Sanctuary | Animal Welfare | $25,000 |
| Humane Society of Western Montana | Pet Welfare | $25,000 |
| Inner City Law Center | Pet Legal Clinic | $25,000 |
| The Rescue Train | Spay/Neuter | $25,000 |
| My Dog Is My Home | Pet Rescue & Care | $23,800 |
| California Animal Welfare Association | Animal Welfare | $18,650 |
| Housing Equality & Advocacy Resource Team (HEART L | Pet-Inclusive Housing Support | $16,300 |
| Better Together Animal Alliance | Pet-Inclusive Housing Support | $15,000 |
| Latino Alliance for Animal Care Foundation | Spay/Neuter | $15,000 |
| Project Street Vet | Spay/Neuter | $15,000 |
| Underdog Community Project | Pet Rescue & Care | $15,000 |
| Animal Crisis Community Operational Readiness Netw | Animal Welfare | $10,000 |
| Helen Sanders Cat Protection and Welfare Society d | Spay/Neuter | $9,150 |
| Bubbles Dog Rescue | Animal Rescue | $8,000 |
| Loving Paws Inc | Pet Care Clinic | $8,000 |
| Angel City Pit Bulls | Pet Rescue & Care & Spay/Neuter | $7,500 |
| Hectic Paws Animal Rescue | Community Pet Clinic & Training | $7,500 |
| Better Together Forever | (1) DESCRIPTION: PET FOOD (2) BOOK VALUE: $5,119 (3) METHOD USED TO DETERMINE BOOK VALUE: PURCHASE PRICE (4) METHOD USED TO DETERMINE FAIR MARKET VALUE: RETAIL VALUE (5) DATE OF THE GIFT: 12/31/2024 (6) PURPOSE: Pet Rescue & Care | $5,119 |
| Animal Welfare League of Alexandria | Pet Rescue & Care | $5,000 |
| Bitter Root Humane Association Inc | Pet Rescue & Care | $5,000 |
| City of Cabot | Pet Rescue & Care | $5,000 |
| City of Great Falls | Pet Rescue & Care | $5,000 |
| Gatos Callejeros United | Spay/Neuter | $5,000 |
| Maui Humane Society | Pet Rescue & Care | $5,000 |
| My Pit Bull is Family | Pet-Inclusive Housing Support | $5,000 |
| Nashville Humane Association | Pet Rescue & Care | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary Karlin Michelson MD
- David Cohen
- Brett Yates
- Alya Michelson
Questions people ask
Does The Michelson Found Animals Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Michelson Found Animals Foundation Inc give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2024, across 66 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Michelson Found Animals Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Gary Karlin Michelson MD (President/Director), David Cohen (Secretary/Tresurer), Brett Yates (Ceo/ Cfo) and Alya Michelson (Co-Chair).
What does The Michelson Found Animals Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, health and housing and homelessness.