How to apply
Online applications at rmpf.org/ all grant applications begin with an online letter of inquiry (loi) as a required first step in seeking funding. We have a continuous approval process and lois may be submitted at any time throughout the year. Contact: Jennifer Price-Letscher President C, 601 S Figueroa Street Suite 5000, Los Angeles, Ca, 2133627600 Deadlines: Letters of inquiry are accepted ay any time during the year. Restrictions: The parsons foundation makes grants to public charities serving los angeles county. Funding is prioritized across four program areas: Civic & cultural, education, health, and human services. The foundation is limited geographically to work within los angeles county. Additionally, a list of program areas that the foundation does not fund can be found at rmpf.org/grantmaking/funding-priorities.
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2024
Top 60 of 403 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Colburn SchoolLos Angeles, CA | Over three years for support of the campus expansion project | $500K |
| The People ConcernLos Angeles, CA | Over two years for general support of homeless services | $300K |
| Seed School of Los Angeles CountyLos Angeles, CA | For capital support to construct the seed school of los angeles county | $250K |
| Pasadena Conservatory of MusicPasadena, CA | Over two years to construct a new music learning center and outdoor amphitheater | $250K |
| People Assisting the HomelessLos Angeles, CA | Over two years for general support of housing and homeless services in los angeles county | $200K |
| Project Angel FoodLos Angeles, CA | Over two years for the campus expansion project | $200K |
| Project Angel FoodLos Angeles, CA | Over two years for the campus expansion project | $200K |
| People Assisting the HomelessLos Angeles, CA | Over two years for general support of housing and homeless services in los angeles county | $200K |
| Southern California GrantmakersLos Angeles, CA | Over two years for general support of strategic restructuring and executive transition | $200K |
| Liberty Hill FoundationLos Angeles, CA | Over two years to support capacity building for youth development programs | $200K |
| Public Media Group of Southern CaliforniaBurbank, CA | For capital support of studio renovations and equipment in los angeles county | $200K |
| Union Rescue MissionLos Angeles, CA | For general support of housing and supportive services for people experiencing homelessness | $150K |
| Para Los NinosLos Angeles, CA | For general support of schools and family service programs | $150K |
| Southern California Center for Nonprofit ManagementLos Angeles, CA | Over two years for general support of nonprofit capacity building services in los angeles county | $150K |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of the Los Angeles HarborSan Pedro, CA | For general support of youth development programs | $150K |
| Childrens Institute IncLos Angeles, CA | For general support of services for children and families | $150K |
| The Wende Museum of the Cold War IncCulver City, CA | For capital support of the creative community center | $150K |
| The Clinic Inc (dba the Health and Wellness Centers)Los Angeles, CA | To renovate and expand the lennox health center | $150K |
| Heart of Los Angeles Youth IncLos Angeles, CA | Over two years for general support of expanding youth development programs | $150K |
| Mount Saint Marys UniversityLos Angeles, CA | Over two years for capital support to construct the chalon wellness pavilion | $150K |
| Blind Childrens Center IncLos Angeles, CA | For renovations to the early childhood center | $150K |
| Heart of Los Angeles Youth IncLos Angeles, CA | Over two years for general support of expanding youth development programs | $150K |
| A Place Called HomeLos Angeles, CA | For general support of youth development programs | $150K |
| Los Angeles Philharmonic AssociationLos Angeles, CA | For general support of music and education programs | $125K |
| Muse-IquePasadena, CA | For general support of musical events and community engagement programs | $125K |
| Southern California Public RadioPasadena, CA | For general support of public service journalism and civic programs in los angeles county | $125K |
| The Actors' Fund of America (dba Entertainment Community Fund)Los Angeles, CA | Over two years for capital support of community spaces in the hollywood arts collective housing complex | $125K |
| Inner City Law CenterLos Angeles, CA | For general support of legal services | $125K |
| Public CounselLos Angeles, CA | For general support of pro bono legal services | $100K |
| Performing Arts Center of Los Angeles County (dba the Music Center)Los Angeles, CA | Over two years for general support of arts and community programs | $100K |
| Performing Arts Center of Los Angeles County (dba the Music Center)Los Angeles, CA | Over two years for general support of arts and community programs | $100K |
| Planned Parenthood Los AngelesLos Angeles, CA | For general support of health care services | $100K |
| Young Mens Christian Association of Metropolitan Los AngelesLos Angeles, CA | For general support of community and youth development programs | $100K |
| Venice Community Housing CorporationVenice, CA | For general support of affordable housing and services for individuals and families | $100K |
| St Joseph CenterVenice, CA | Over two years for general support of housing, job training, and supportive services | $100K |
| Union Station Homeless ServicesPasadena, CA | For general support of housing and supportive services for people experiencing homelessness | $100K |
| Local Initiatives Support CorporationLos Angeles, CA | For general support of community development in los angeles county | $100K |
| Ccf Community Initiatives FundLos Angeles, CA | Over two years for general support to improve outcomes for young children | $100K |
| Extraordinary FamiliesLos Angeles, CA | For general support of services for youth and families in the child welfare system | $100K |
| Teach for America IncLos Angeles, CA | For general support of teacher placement and training in public schools in los angeles county | $100K |
| Regents of the University of CaliforniaDavis, CA | For general support of cosmos | $100K |
| Japanese American National MuseumLos Angeles, CA | For general support of exhibitions and community engagement programs | $100K |
| Inner-City ArtsLos Angeles, CA | For general support of arts education programming | $100K |
| Autry Museum of the American WestLos Angeles, CA | For general support of museum programming | $100K |
| Imagine Los Angeles Inc (dba Imagine LA)Los Angeles, CA | For general support of services to end family homelessness | $100K |
| Los Angeles Youth Network LA Youth (dba Youth Emerging Stronger)Los Angeles, CA | For general support of housing and supportive services | $100K |
| Ltsc Community Development Corporation (dba Ltsc Cdc and Little Tokyo ServiLos Angeles, CA | Over two years to construct community spaces in an affordable housing project | $100K |
| Ltsc Community Development Corporation (dba Ltsc Cdc and Little Tokyo ServiLos Angeles, CA | Over two years to construct community spaces in an affordable housing project | $100K |
| Center Theatre Group of Los Angeles (dba Center Theatre Group)Los Angeles, CA | Over two years for general support of performing arts programming | $100K |
| The Chrysalis CenterLos Angeles, CA | For general support of employment programs in los angeles county | $100K |
| Orthopaedic Institute for Children Foundation (dba Orthopaedic Foundation)Los Angeles, CA | Over two years for capital improvements to its outpatient medical center | $100K |
| Downtown Womens CenterLos Angeles, CA | For general support of housing and supportive services for women | $100K |
| Equitas Academy Charter School IncLos Angeles, CA | For general support of education and enrichment programs | $100K |
| Housing WorksLos Angeles, CA | For general support of housing and retention services for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness | $100K |
| Koreatown Youth and Community Center IncLos Angeles, CA | For general support of social services | $85K |
| Boys & Girls Club of West San Gabriel ValleyMonterey Park, CA | For general support of youth development programs | $75K |
| Shelter Partnership IncLos Angeles, CA | For general support to provide basic goods for unhoused individuals in los angeles county | $75K |
| Los Angeles Conservation CorpsLos Angeles, CA | For general support of education and job opportunities for youth | $75K |
| Proyecto PastoralLos Angeles, CA | For general support of social services and youth enrichment programs | $75K |
| Los Angeles County High School for the Arts Foundation (dba Arts High FoundLos Angeles, CA | For general support of conservatory-style public arts education | $75K |
By state: California 387 · District of Columbia 5 · Maryland 2 · New York 3 · Massachusetts 3 · Arkansas 1
About this foundation
Ralph M Parsons Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Los Angeles, California, tax-exempt since 1963. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Ralph M Parsons Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. org/ all grant applications begin with an online letter of inquiry (loi) as a required first step in seeking funding. Deadlines: Letters of inquiry are accepted ay any time during the year..
How much does Ralph M Parsons Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $18M across 403 grants, a median of $30K.
Where does Ralph M Parsons Foundation give?
California (387 grants), District of Columbia (5 grants), Maryland (2 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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