Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderBeverly Hills, California · EIN 95-4682181 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$1.1M
Organizations funded31
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$658K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $25,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | ROSIE ZAMORA |
|---|---|
| Address | 151 S EL CAMINO DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS CA 90212 |
| Phone | 3108876400 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS MAY BE SUBMITTED DIRECTLY TO THE FOUNDATION BY MAIL, ELECTRONICALLY OR PERSONAL DELIVERY. |
| Deadlines | NONE-APPLICATIONS MAY BE SUBMITTED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. |
| Restrictions | THE SCHOLARSHIPS ARE TO BE USED TO ATTEND AN ACCREDITED UNITED STATES UNIVERSITY, TECHNICAL COLLEGE OR OTHER QUALIFIED PROGRAM. PREFERENCE IS GIVEN TO THOSE STUDENTS LIVING IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA. THE SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT MUST BE ENROLLED AT THE ELIGIBLE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION AND MAINTAIN AT LEAST A 2.5 GRADE POINT AVERAGE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE FOUNDATION'S SCHOLARSHIP AND ACHIEVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM, INCLUDING ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS, RESTRICTIONS, LIMITATIONS, ETC.,IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. GRANT AMOUNTS ARE TO BE USED FOR TRAVEL, TRAINING,EQUIPMENT, REGISTRATION FEES, LIVING AND OTHER EXPENSES RELATED TO THE PURSUIT OF A PROFESSIONAL CAREER IN THE RECEIPIENT'S CHOSEN FIELD OF INTEREST. GRANTS MUST BE USED TO ACHIEVE A SPECIFIC OBJECTIVE, PRODUCE A REPORT OR SIMILAR PRODUCT OR IMPROVE OR ENHANCE A LITERARY ARTISTIC MUSICAL, SCIENTIFIC, TEACHING, ATHLETIC OR OTHER SIMILAR CAPACITY, SKILL OR TALENT OF THE RECEIPIENT. |
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What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
45% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation | Los Angeles, CA | The lafd foundation provides vital equipment and funds programs that help the lafd save lives and build resilient communities. | $500,000 |
| Bringing Hope to the Family USA | Santa Monica, CA | Bringing hope to the family, an organization based in uganda, has provided care and support to restore hope and improve the quality of life… | $125,000 |
| Kiin Beh Education Center Foundation Inc | Los Altos, CA | The kiin beh education center foundation (also k'iin beh educational center) is a u.s.-based nonprofit supporting a licensed bilingual… | $100,000 |
| Edward Charles Foundation | Beverly Hills, CA | The rod dedeaux foundation was formed to continue the american college basketball coach's spirit by supporting youth baseball and softball… | $50,000 |
| The Milkin Institute | Santa Monica, CA | The milken institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank focused on accelerating measurable progress on the path to a meaningful life.… | $50,000 |
| Penfed Foundation | Alexandria, VA | We empower veterans with the tools and resources so their transition from military service to civilian life is successful. | $30,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Los Angeles Harbor | San Pedro, CA | True to its mission since 1937, the boys & girls clubs of the los angeles harbor helps young people, especially those who need US most, to… | $25,000 |
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust (Ms Gift) | Indianapolis, IN | Intercontinental charities was established with the goal of creating a positive and long-lasting civic and social impact in the communities… | $25,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation | Virginia Beach, VA | The navy seal foundation provides critical support for the warriors, veterans, and families of naval special warfare. | $25,000 |
| Business Council for International Understanding Inc (Bciu) | New York, NY | A strategic partner for global businesses and governments, bciu helps build the infrastructure of a modern world by facilitating… | $20,000 |
| Leap Charities Inc | Boise, ID | Leap housing of boise is a non-profit that strives to give everyone the ability to live in a safe, stable, and affordable home. its mission… | $20,000 |
| Los Angeles Police Museum | Beverly Hills, CA | Los angeles police museum's mission to collect, preserve, exhibit, and interpret the history of one of the most influential police… | $20,000 |
| The Ireland Funds America | San Francisco, CA | The ireland funds is a global philanthropic network established in 1976 to promote and support peace, culture, education, and community… | $20,000 |
| City Year Inc | Los Angeles, CA | Many students lack access to learning environments and resources they need to thrive in school and in life, due to systemic inequities that… | $15,000 |
| Jesse Tree of Idaho | Boise, ID | Jesse tree provides tenants who are being evicted with a one-time, one-month payment of rent, allowing tenants to remain in their home.… | $15,000 |
| Palisades Will Rogers 5 & 10K Run Foundation | Pacific Palisades, CA | Held on july 4th, the palisades 5 & 10K event draws runners from across los angeles each year. net proceeds of the race go to the pacific… | $15,000 |
| Cal Baseball Foundation Inc | Walnut Creek, CA | The mission of the cal baseball foundation, inc., a california nonprofit public benefit corporation, is to raise sufficient funds from our… | $10,000 |
| Jake Cassell Fund for Special Needs Inc | Bethesda, MD | The mission of the jake cassell fund for special needs, inc. is to serve as a vehicle through which donor dollars can be targeted to… | $10,000 |
| Los Angeles Waterkeeper | Los Angeles, CA | Los angeles waterkeeper's mission is to fight for the health of the region's waterways, and for sustainable, equitable and climate-friendly… | $10,000 |
| Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation | Santa Barbara, CA | The teddy bear cancer foundation runs an annual gold ribbon campaign to support families living in santa barbara, ventura, and san luis… | $10,000 |
| Big Sky Youth Empowerment Project Inc | Bozeman, MT | Big sky youth empowerment (byep) provides recreational and mentorship opportunities for at-risk teenagers from the bozeman area (gallatin… | $5,000 |
| Bren-Boise River Enhancement Network | Boise, ID | Boise river enhancement network (bren) is a gathering of volunteers, community stewards, and natural resource professionals that work to… | $5,000 |
| Charitable Assistance to Community's Homeless (Catch) | Boise, ID | Catch program boise is working to create a safe, healthy, connected community by embracing housing first best practices, empowering those… | $5,000 |
| Challenged Athletes Foundation | San Diego, CA | Caf empowers athletes with physical disabilities by breaking down barriersproviding funding for adaptive sports equipment, training, and… | $3,000 |
| Man Coverage Foundation | Long Beach, CA | The LA city gridiron classic is an organization dedicated to empowering student athletes in lausd through mentoring programs, scholarships,… | $3,000 |
| Re-Use Hawaii | Honolulu, HI | Re-Use hawaii is a non-profit employment social enterprise dedicated to reducing waste and expanding green job opportunities. through… | $3,000 |
| A Sense of Home | Hawthorne, CA | A sense of home strives to prevent homelessness by creating homes and an ongoing community of care for displaced individuals and families. | $2,500 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. | $2,500 |
| St James Episcopal Church | Kamuela, HI | This donation helped to cover the costs to cook and distribute meals to community members in need within waimea on the big island of… | $1,500 |
| Washington Interscholastic Basketball Coaches Association (Wibca) | Edmonds, WA | Wibca is a 501(C)(3) organization and the main association of high school boys basketball coaches in the state of washington. their mission… | $1,000 |
| Wild Earth Allies Inc | Chevy Chase, MD | Each day, we fight to protect wildlife and habitats by partnering with the communities that live closest to them. | $1,000 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($2,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,129,500 | 32 |
| 2023 | $1,045,000 | 28 |
| 2022 | $2,047,566 | 58 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jan 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600159349100610
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 95-4682181
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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