The Shirley Baskin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Shirley Baskin Foundation is a private foundation in Marina del Rey, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $146,957 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$146,957
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was up from $141,000 the year before.
21% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $141,000 | 29 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $146,957 | 28 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
The Shirley Baskin 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 Shirley Baskin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 15 | $93,763 |
| New York | 6 | $24,209 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $7,110 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $7,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,282 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $3,048 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,545 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kcet | Charitable purpose of organization | $20,000 |
| The Archer School for Girls | Charitable purpose of organization | $11,500 |
| UCLA Foundation Neurosurgery Research | Charitable purpose of organization | $11,000 |
| Los Angeles Waterkeeper | Charitable purpose of organization | $10,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Charitable purpose of organization | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Charitable purpose of organization | $7,581 |
| Save the Children | Charitable purpose of organization | $7,110 |
| Operation Smile | Charitable purpose of organization | $5,282 |
| Altasea | Charitable purpose of organization | $5,182 |
| Amnesty International USA | Charitable purpose of organization | $5,075 |
| American Jewish University | Charitable purpose of organization | $5,000 |
| Bless It Bag | Charitable purpose of organization | $5,000 |
| City of Hope | Charitable purpose of organization | $5,000 |
| Stand With US | Charitable purpose of organization | $5,000 |
| The Carter Center | Charitable purpose of organization | $5,000 |
| Plastic Pollution Coalition | Charitable purpose of organization | $4,500 |
| Heifer International | Charitable purpose of organization | $3,048 |
| International Rescue Committee | Charitable purpose of organization | $2,634 |
| National Redistricting Foundation | Charitable purpose of organization | $2,500 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Charitable purpose of organization | $2,500 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds Inc | Charitable purpose of organization | $2,500 |
| Cedars-Sinai | Charitable purpose of organization | $2,000 |
| Palm Springs Art Museum | Charitable purpose of organization | $2,000 |
| The Jewish Federation | Charitable purpose of organization | $2,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Charitable purpose of organization | $1,545 |
| Jazz Foundation of America | Charitable purpose of organization | $1,500 |
| Bodytraffic | Charitable purpose of organization | $1,500 |
| Mothers 2 Mothers | Charitable purpose of organization | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Aaron Richard Baskin
- Edie Baskin
Questions people ask
Does The Shirley Baskin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shirley Baskin Foundation give?
$146,957 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Shirley Baskin Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Aaron Richard Baskin (Trustee) and Edie Baskin (Trustee).
What does The Shirley Baskin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and international.