The Praw Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Praw Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $84,823 in 46 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,100. 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$84,823
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,100
- Assets$470,257
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2024 was down from $101,699 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 | $101,699 | 38 | $361,896 |
| 2024 | $84,823 | 46 | $470,257 |
How to apply
The Praw 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 Praw Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California. It also paid $613 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 21 | $52,629 |
| New York | 16 | $19,372 |
| New Jersey | 7 | $10,158 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,050 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Adas Torah | 2024 donation | $20,100 |
| Chai Lifeline | 2024 donation - team lifeline | $5,000 |
| Kollel Merkaz Hatorah | 2024 donation | $5,000 |
| Mikveh Society of la | 2024 donation | $4,500 |
| Aish Hatorah | Donation | $4,000 |
| Haor Hamafutz | Donation | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship donation | $3,600 |
| Yad Menachem | 2024 donation | $3,600 |
| Yeshiva Rav Isaacsohn | 2024 donation | $2,500 |
| Zaka Tel Aviv | 2024 donation | $2,500 |
| Cong Torah Va Chesed | 2024 donation - rabbi sinai sept 23-july 24 | $2,050 |
| Zichron Tzvi Elimelech | 2024 donation | $2,000 |
| Tomchei Shabbos | 2024 donation | $1,939 |
| Merkaz Hatorah Community Kollel | 2024 donation | $1,800 |
| Yeshiva Mir Yerushalayim | 2024 donation | $1,800 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | 2024 donation | $1,500 |
| Teachers on Fire | 2024 donation | $1,500 |
| Yeshiva Keren Orah | 2024 donation | $1,500 |
| Nefesh Hachaim (Yeshiva Bais Yisroel) | 2024 donation | $1,360 |
| American Friends of Migdal Torah | Donation | $1,000 |
| Ateres Avigayil | 2024 donation | $1,000 |
| Colel Chabad | Donation for 2024 | $1,000 |
| Hatzalah of Los Angeles | 2024 donation | $1,000 |
| Jewish Learning Exchange | 2024 donation | $1,000 |
| Machon la | 2024 donation | $1,000 |
| Rabbi Dovid Revah | 2024 donation | $1,000 |
| Keren Hayeled | 2024 donation | $720 |
| Friends of Yad Sarah | 2024 donation | $680 |
| Ohr David | 2024 donation | $613 |
| Mirrer Yeshiva | 2024 donation | $600 |
| Bnei Akiva | Donation | $500 |
| Chabad Israel Center | 2024 donation - purim shalach manot for soldiers | $500 |
| Congregation Zichron Menachem | 2024 donation - shul building fund | $500 |
| Rofeh Cholim Cancer Society (RCCS) | 2024 donation | $500 |
| Friends of Jhub la | 2024 donation | $360 |
| Global Kindness | 2024 contribution - israel | $360 |
| Hahnasas Kallah | 2024 donation | $360 |
| Tzedakah Fund | 2024 donation | $360 |
| Yeshiva Eitz Chaim | 2024 donation | $360 |
| Yeshivat Ohev Shalom | 2024 donation | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Leanne Praw
- Zacharia Praw
- Henry Praw
Questions people ask
Does The Praw Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Praw Foundation give?
$84,823 in tax year 2024, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Praw Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Leanne Praw (Chief Executive Officer), Zacharia Praw (Secretary) and Henry Praw (Chief Financial Officer).
What does The Praw Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.