Wachter Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wachter Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $441,340 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $85,670 and the largest $140,000. 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$441,340
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$85,670
- Largest grant$140,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $574,020 the year before.
67% 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 | $360,000 | 5 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $574,020 | 6 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $441,340 | 6 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Wachter 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 Wachter Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $170,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $100,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 1 | $71,340 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | To support the organization | $140,000 |
| Berklee College of Music | To support the organization | $100,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | To support the organization | $100,000 |
| The Paris Review | To support the organization | $71,340 |
| The UCLA Foundation | To support the organization | $20,000 |
| Principles Inc | To support the organization | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul Wachter
- Liza Wachter
Questions people ask
Does Wachter Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wachter Family Foundation give?
$441,340 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $85,670.
Who runs Wachter Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul Wachter (President and Chairman of) and Liza Wachter (Cfo and Secretary).
What does Wachter Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.