Wurwand Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wurwand Foundation is a private foundation in Encino, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.5 million in 66 grants; the typical grant was $4,025 and the largest $1.2 million. 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$2.5 million
- Number of grants66
- Typical grant$4,025
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$74.0 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.8 million the year before.
35% 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 | $2.8 million | 67 | $65.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 66 | $74.0 million |
How to apply
Wurwand 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 Wurwand Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 55 | $2.3 million |
| New York | 3 | $126,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $3,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $2,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Community Foundation | Donor advised fund to be used to contribute to charitable organizations. | $1.2 million |
| TMC Community Capital | To further the agenda of the organization. | $125,103 |
| Women's Economic Ventures | To further the agenda of the organization. | $120,000 |
| Princes Trust USA | To further the agenda of the organization. | $100,000 |
| The RightWay Foundation | To further the agenda of the organization. | $100,000 |
| Grid110 Inc | To further the agenda of the organization. | $100,000 |
| Jewish Center for Justice | To further the agenda of the organization. | $85,000 |
| St Joseph Center | To further the agenda of the organization. | $75,000 |
| Saban Community Clinic | To further the agenda of the organization. | $50,000 |
| First Star Inc | To further the agenda of the organization. | $50,000 |
| MLK Community Health Foundation | To further the agenda of the organization. | $50,000 |
| Downtown Women's Center | To further the agenda of the organization. | $50,000 |
| University of Southern California | To further the agenda of the organization. | $50,000 |
| Multicultural Women Exec Leadership Foundation | To further the agenda of the organization. | $30,000 |
| CSUN Foundation | To further the agenda of the organization. | $25,000 |
| Direct Relief | To further the agenda of the organization. | $25,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | To further the agenda of the organization. | $25,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | To further the agenda of the organization. | $25,000 |
| Hillel at the Claremont Colleges | To further the agenda of the organization. | $25,000 |
| Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator | To further the agenda of the organization. | $25,000 |
| Beit T'Shuvah | To further the agenda of the organization. | $15,000 |
| California Association for Microenterprise Opport | To further the agenda of the organization. | $15,000 |
| Skirball Cultural Center | To further the agenda of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Imagine LA | To further the agenda of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Hope of the Valley Rescue Mission | To further the agenda of the organization. | $7,500 |
| Fulcrum Arts | To further the agenda of the organization. | $7,500 |
| Everychild Foundation | To further the agenda of the organization. | $6,450 |
| The Jewish Federation | To further the agenda of the organization. | $6,000 |
| The Sam Initiative | To further the agenda of the organization. | $6,000 |
| Village for Vets | To further the agenda of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Safe Place for Youth | To further the agenda of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Public Health Institute | To further the agenda of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Plan C | To further the agenda of the organization. | $5,000 |
| St Genevieve High School | To further the agenda of the organization. | $3,050 |
| ALMA Backyard Farms | To further the agenda of the organization. | $2,500 |
| Children's Burn Foundation | To further the agenda of the organization. | $2,500 |
| Entrepreneurship Funders Network | To further the agenda of the organization. | $2,500 |
| Inner-City Arts | To further the agenda of the organization. | $2,500 |
| Our House | To further the agenda of the organization. | $2,500 |
| Share Our Strength | To further the agenda of the organization. | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Raymond L Wurwand
- Jane D Wurwand
- Marsha Olson
Questions people ask
Does Wurwand Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wurwand Foundation give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2024, across 66 grants, with a typical grant of $4,025.
Who runs Wurwand Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Raymond L Wurwand (President), Jane D Wurwand (Secretary) and Marsha Olson (Director of Community Part).
What does Wurwand Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, community development and health.