William M Keck Jr Foundation
Accepts applications
William M Keck Jr Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $865,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $125,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$865,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$17.7 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was up from $780,000 the year before.
35% of its 2025 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 | $690,000 | 15 | $15.7 million |
| 2024 | $780,000 | 14 | $16.4 million |
| 2025 | $865,000 | 17 | $17.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Stephen M Keck PO Box 661157, Los Angeles, CA 90066 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (310) 753-7483 |
| What to submit | Letter with information regarding requesting charity. |
| Deadlines | November 30th |
| Restrictions | Generally limited to southern California charities. |
What William M Keck Jr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 15 | $740,000 |
| New York | 1 | $75,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carlthorp School | Education | $125,000 |
| Children's Hospital Los Angeles Foundation (Chola) | Health care | $100,000 |
| Loyola High School | Education | $100,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Health care | $75,000 |
| Harvard - Westlake School | Educational scholarships | $50,000 |
| Manhattan Beach Education Foundation | Education | $50,000 |
| Midnight Mission | Community improvementhomeless programs | $50,000 |
| Rector Wardens and Vestryman of St Matthew's Church | Community improvement | $50,000 |
| St Matthew's Parish School | Education | $50,000 |
| St Vincent Meals on Wheels | Community improvement | $50,000 |
| University of Virginia - Curry School of Education Foundation | Education | $50,000 |
| Growing Great | Health care | $25,000 |
| Harriet Buhai Center for Family Law | Community improvement | $25,000 |
| St Johns Health Center | Health care | $25,000 |
| The Los Angeles Trust Children's Health | Health care | $25,000 |
| Cancer Support Community South Bay | Health care | $10,000 |
| Public Counsel | Community improvement | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen M Keck
- Theodore J Keck
- Caroline F Keck
- Christopher M Hopkins
Questions people ask
Does William M Keck Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: November 30th.
How much does William M Keck Jr Foundation give?
$865,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs William M Keck Jr Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen M Keck (President/Director), Theodore J Keck (Director), Caroline F Keck (Director) and Christopher M Hopkins (Director).
What does William M Keck Jr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.