The Platt Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Platt Family Foundation is a private foundation in Culver City, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $92,600 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $12,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$92,600
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was down from $642,900 the year before.
64% of its 2025 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 | $619,000 | 8 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $642,900 | 17 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $92,600 | 22 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
The Platt 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 Platt Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $40,400 |
| New York | 7 | $32,200 |
| Montana | 1 | $6,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $4,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $3,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Camp Ramah in Ca | General support | $12,000 |
| Queer Nightlife Community Center | General support | $8,000 |
| Inheritance Theater Project | General support | $7,200 |
| Jed Foundation | General support | $6,000 |
| Gay Shabbat | General support | $6,000 |
| Prizmah | General support | $6,000 |
| Trevor Project | General support | $6,000 |
| Department of Angels | General support | $5,000 |
| Sinai Akiba Academy | General support | $5,000 |
| Experience Camps | General support | $5,000 |
| J S Bryant School | General support | $4,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General support | $4,000 |
| The 8 Project | General support | $3,600 |
| Jewish Communal Fund | General support | $3,000 |
| Chla Amerman Fdn Dog Therapy | General support | $3,000 |
| Health Commons Project | General support | $3,000 |
| National Ms Society | General support | $1,800 |
| Entertainment Community Fund | General support | $1,000 |
| JDC | General support | $1,000 |
| Gaza Children's Village | General support | $1,000 |
| Elem | General support | $500 |
| Save A Child's Heart | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Marc E Platt
- Julie Beren Platt
- Samantha Platt Auerbach
- Jonah Platt
- Hannah Platt
Questions people ask
Does The Platt Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Platt Family Foundation give?
$92,600 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs The Platt Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marc E Platt (Director), Julie Beren Platt (Director), Samantha Platt Auerbach (Director) and Jonah Platt (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Platt Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.