Michael B Kaplan Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyBeverly Hills, California · EIN 26-1617095 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$172K
Organizations funded13
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$390K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $10,000.
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
7% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Hope | Duarte, CA | Public support of organization mission | $100,000 |
| Los Angeles Philharmonic | Bevrly Hills, CA | Public support of organization mission | $35,000 |
| The Jewish Federation | Los Angeles, CA | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| The UCLA Foundation | Los Angeles, CA | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Operation Healing Force | Clearwater, FL | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Jvs Socal | Los Angeles, CA | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Museum of Art | Los Angeles, CA | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Vista Del Mar | Los Angeles, CA | Public support of organization mission | $2,500 |
| Beverly Hills Firefighter's Association | Beverly Hills, CA | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| Beverly Hills Officer's Association | Beverly Hills, CA | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| Cristo Rey Orange County High School | Santa Ana, CA | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| Village for Vets | Los Angeles, CA | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| University of San Diego School of Law | Los Angeles, CA | Public support of organization mission | $800 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $172,300 | 13 |
| 2024 | $187,500 | 13 |
| 2023 | $1,176,000 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 18, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631699349100318
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1617095
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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