Makoff Family Foundation
Invitation OnlySanta Monica, California · EIN 95-4890018 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$153K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$2.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $20,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
50% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedars-Sinai | Los Angeles, CA | NephrologyTeen Line | $21,000 |
| Michael J Fox Fdn | Hagerstown, MD | Parkinsons patient support | $20,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Los Angeles, CA | Womens health | $20,000 |
| Pbs | Los Angeles, CA | Support ProgramServices | $20,000 |
| Brennan Center for Justice | New York, NY | Voting Rights | $20,000 |
| World KitchenChef Andre | Washington, DC | World Aid | $10,000 |
| CA Fire Fighters | Sacramento, CA | Community | $10,000 |
| Sandals Fdn Jamaica Emergency Relief | Miami, FL | Jamacian Relief | $10,000 |
| Doctors without Borders | New York, NY | Health | $7,000 |
| Little Star | Santa Rosa Beach, FL | Camp for child cancer survivors | $5,000 |
| Brave Trails | Los Angeles, CA | Health | $5,000 |
| Tree Academy | West Hollywood, CA | Community | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $153,000 | 12 |
| 2024 | $144,000 | 36 |
| 2023 | $134,975 | 36 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601029349100105
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 95-4890018
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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