Elks of Los Angeles Foundation Main
Preselected recipients only
Elks of Los Angeles Foundation Main is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $389,327 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $12,990 and the largest $25,607. 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$389,327
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$12,990
- Largest grant$25,607
- Assets$6.3 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $365,893 the year before.
17% 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 | $368,010 | 29 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $365,893 | 29 | $5.7 million |
| 2025 | $389,327 | 29 | $6.3 million |
How to apply
Elks of Los Angeles Foundation Main 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 Elks of Los Angeles Foundation Main funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 27 | $363,347 |
| Georgia | 1 | $12,990 |
| Missouri | 1 | $12,990 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Jewish Home for the Aging | General operating | $25,607 |
| Blood Cancer United Inc | General operating | $12,990 |
| St Agatha Catholic Church | General operating | $12,990 |
| Young Mens Christian Association of | General operating | $12,990 |
| Pacific Clinics | General operating | $12,990 |
| Braille Institute of America Inc | General operating | $12,990 |
| Assistance League of Los Angeles | General operating | $12,990 |
| John Tracy Clinic | General operating | $12,990 |
| Vista del Mar Child and Family Services | General operating | $12,990 |
| Momentum Agencies | General operating | $12,990 |
| St John of God Retirement and Care Cent | General operating | $12,990 |
| Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles | General operating | $12,990 |
| Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters la | General operating | $12,990 |
| Midnight Mission | General operating | $12,990 |
| St Annes Family Services | General operating | $12,990 |
| Union Rescue Mission | General operating | $12,990 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Hollywood | General operating | $12,990 |
| Variety Boys and Girls Club | General operating | $12,990 |
| California-Hawaii Elks Major Project Inc | General operating | $12,990 |
| Ettie Lee Youth & Family Services | General operating | $12,990 |
| Wayfinder Family Services | General operating | $12,990 |
| Hear Center | General operating | $12,990 |
| The UCLA Foundation | General operatng | $12,990 |
| Penny Lane Centers | General operating | $12,990 |
| All Peoples Community Center | General operating | $12,990 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities So Cal | General operating | $12,990 |
| St Vincent Senior Citizen Nutr Program | General operating | $12,990 |
| West Valley Boys & Girls Club | General operating | $12,990 |
| Taking the Reins | General operating | $12,990 |
Officers and trustees
- Wells Fargo Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Elks of Los Angeles Foundation Main accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Elks of Los Angeles Foundation Main give?
$389,327 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $12,990.
Who runs Elks of Los Angeles Foundation Main?
Its 2025 filing lists Wells Fargo Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Elks of Los Angeles Foundation Main fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and human services.