Wolfen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wolfen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Encino, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.2 million in 27 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $600,000. 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$48.9 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
56% 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 | $1.1 million | 18 | $45.8 million |
| 2024 | $2.2 million | 27 | $48.9 million |
How to apply
Wolfen 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 Wolfen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 21 | $2.1 million |
| New York | 2 | $30,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $22,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UCLA Foundation | Charitable | $600,000 |
| Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation | Charitable | $500,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | Charitable | $250,000 |
| UCSF Foundation | Charitable | $250,000 |
| Wilshire Blvd Temple | Charitable | $156,000 |
| Big Sunday | Charitable | $100,000 |
| UCLA Hillel | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Go Campaign | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Geffen Playhouse | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater la | Charitable | $25,000 |
| La Goal | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Venice Family Clinic | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Columbiabarnard Hillel | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Northwestern Hillel | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Penn Hillel | Charitable | $20,000 |
| American Jewish Commitee | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Bet Tzedek | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| La Philharmonic Association | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Lacma Annual Fund | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Los Angeles | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Center Theatre Group | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Lafla | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Moca | Charitable | $5,000 |
| News Literacy Project | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Wallis Annenberg Ctr for Performing Arts | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Northwestern University | Charitable | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Rick Wolfen
Questions people ask
Does Wolfen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wolfen Family Foundation give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Wolfen Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rick Wolfen (Trustee).
What does Wolfen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and arts and culture.