Private foundation · EIN 95-4662947 · Los Angeles, California · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Kanoff Family Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 25 grants paid, $1.1M total, median $10K. 64% of grants stayed in California.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
25
$1.1M
Median grant
$10K
Stays in CA
64%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$15M

Grants paid in 2025

Top 24 of 25 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Steadfast LA FoundationSan Rafael, CASteadfast LA is supporting recovery efforts in Altadena, Malibu, and the Pacific Palisades through bold, results-oriented initiatives that…$500K
St John's Health Center FoundationSanta Monica, CAProvides leading-edge medicine and personalized care.$140K
The Farmlink ProjectLos Angeles, CAFighting food insecurity.$110K
St Matthew's Parish SchoolPacific Palisades, CAPromote religious education.$109K
ChrysalisLos Angeles, CAProvides and secures jobs for homeless.$50K
UC Berkeley FoundationBerkeley, CAAssist UC Berkeley fundrasing of private gifts, support and advice to the University in promoting the pursuit of teaching, research, and pu…$35K
The UCLA FoundationLos Angeles, CAActively promote philanthropy and manage donated resources for the advancement of UCLA.$25K
Wood River Trails CoalitionHailey, IDThe Wood River Trails Coalition is a trail stewardship organization working to create, maintain and sustain our trail network for all users.$25K
Safe Place for Youth IncVenice, CAOur mission is to prevent and end youth homelessness through supportiveservices, sustainable housing opportunities, community collaboration…$11K
United States Olympic Paralympics FColorado Springs, COServes as the primary source of philanthropic support for Team USA. Generates critical financial resources that help Team USA athletes reac…$10K
Jackson Hole Land TrustJackson, WYPreserve open space and the scenic, ranching, and wildlife values of Jackson Hole and western Wyoming$10K
Texsar IncWimberley, TXCommitting to service-above-self, perpetual training, and inter-agency cooperation to maintain a constant state of readiness for search, re…$10K
Wyoming Education ProjectLaramie, WYWe believe that every person should be free to make individual decisions about reproductive health without government interference. We work…$10K
Saint Monica PreparatorySanta Monica, CAGuided by Catholic values, our school family's mission is to encourage and develop innovative thinkers who become value-led leaders who adv…$6,000
Angel City SportsLos Angeles, CATo empower youth, adults, and veterans with physical differences or visual impairments by providing free access to year-round adaptive spor…$5,342
Visionary WomanBeverly Hills, CATo unite and inspire a community of visionary female leaders in support of causes that lift up women and girls.$5,000
Maranatha High SchoolPasadena, OCEvangelical college prep school that celebrates the whole student by equipping hearts and minds to reflect God's glory through academics, t…$5,000
Climate ResolveLos Angeles, CAClimate Resolve builds collaborations to champion equitable climate solutions.We connect communities, organizations and policymakers to add…$5,000
Our Community LASanta Monica, CAOur Community LA leverages technology to connect youth, families and adults experiencing homeless or in need to easily connect to essential…$5,000
Las Madrinas EndowmentLos Angeles, CASupports children with autism through Children's Hospital LA.$1,000
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer CenNew York, NYTo end cancer for life.$1,000
Saint Anne SchoolSanta Monica, CATo provide a quality Catholic education that encourages students to achieve excellence and model Christ.$500
Honored FoundationWashington, DCHonored is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring and elevating great teachers. Our teacher recognition program helps to e…$500
Palisades PridePacific Palisades, CATo improve and enhance the visual appeal of the Palisades business community areas.$260

By state: California 16 · Idaho 1 · Wyoming 2 · Colorado 1 · New Jersey 1 · Texas 1

About this foundation

Kanoff Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Los Angeles, California, administered in care of Chris M Kanoff, tax-exempt since 1999. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Kanoff Family Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Kanoff Family Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $1.1M across 25 grants, a median of $10K.

Where does Kanoff Family Foundation give?

California (16 grants), Idaho (1 grants), Wyoming (2 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.

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