Hollywood Canteen Foundation
Accepts applications
Hollywood Canteen Foundation is a private foundation in Eagan, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $114,100 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $12,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$114,100
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $107,100 the year before.
27% 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 | $106,500 | 23 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $107,100 | 24 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $114,100 | 26 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Tracey Boldemann-Tatkin 10474 Santa Monica Blvd 303, Los Angeles, CA 90025 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (213) 236-7327 |
| What to submit | Letter |
| Deadlines | October 1st |
| Restrictions | Only fund programs benefiting veterans & their families |
What Hollywood Canteen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $67,100 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $11,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,500 |
| New York | 1 | $3,500 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $3,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $3,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Veteran Support Endowed Fund at UCLA | General operating | $12,000 |
| Jules Stein Eye Institute | General operating | $9,000 |
| Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles | General operating | $6,500 |
| Spirit of America | General operating | $6,500 |
| YMCA | General operating | $5,500 |
| Sentinels of Freedom | General operating | $4,500 |
| Quality of Life Plus Program | General operating | $4,500 |
| Va Greater la Healthcare System | General operating | $4,100 |
| Wounded Heroes Fund | General operating | $4,000 |
| New Directions | General operating | $3,500 |
| Paralyzed Veterans of America | General operating | $3,500 |
| Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund | General operating | $3,500 |
| Lone Survivor Foundation | General operating | $3,500 |
| Seal Family Foundation | General operating | $3,500 |
| Our Nations Heroes Foundation | General operating | $3,500 |
| Special Operations Warrior Foundation | General operating | $3,500 |
| Angel Flight for Veterans | General operating | $3,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity Orange County | General operating | $3,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General operating | $3,500 |
| Uso Los Angeles | General operating | $3,500 |
| Rescue Mission Orange County | General operating | $3,500 |
| United States Veterans Initiative | General operating | $3,500 |
| National Veterans Foundation | General operating | $3,500 |
| Hire Heroes USA | General operating | $3,000 |
| Veterans Navigation Center | General operating | $3,000 |
| American Red Cross | General operating | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- US Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Hollywood Canteen Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: October 1st.
How much does Hollywood Canteen Foundation give?
$114,100 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Hollywood Canteen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists US Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Hollywood Canteen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly veterans and housing and homelessness.