Michael J Kirsch Foundation
Invitation OnlySanta Clara, California · EIN 77-0558165 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $1,000.
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
0% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel Lutheran Church School | Cupertino, CA | Support Hug and General Fund | $2,000 |
| Esperanza Services | Alhambra, CA | Support of other charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Real Options for City Kids | San Francisco, CA | Support of other charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Sacred Heart Community Service | San Jose, CA | Support of other charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Community Music Center | San Francisco, CA | Support of other charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Pacifica Resource Center | Pacifica, CA | Support of other charitable organization | $1,000 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($1,500). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,500 | 8 |
| 2024 | $10,500 | 10 |
| 2023 | $10,000 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601329349102980
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 77-0558165
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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