Ruth Allen Ziegler Foundation
Invitation OnlyEncino, California · EIN 95-4113690 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2023)$370K
Organizations funded20
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $20,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2023 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
20% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2023
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | General | $50,000 |
| Didi Hirsch Mental Health Center | Culver City, CA | General | $25,000 |
| Jewish Big Brothersbig Sisters | Los Angeles, CA | General | $25,000 |
| The Vital Ground Foundation | Missoula, MT | General | $25,000 |
| Israel Guide Dog Center | Washington, PA | General | $25,000 |
| American Friends Israel Philharmonic | New York, NY | General | $20,000 |
| Jfssova | Van Nuys, CA | General | $20,000 |
| Shadows Fund Incorporated | Lompoc, CA | General | $20,000 |
| A Place Called Home | Los Angeles, CA | General | $15,000 |
| Children of the Night | Los Angeles, CA | General | $15,000 |
| Fulfillment Funds | Los Angeles, CA | General | $15,000 |
| Harmony Project | Los Angeles, CA | General | $15,000 |
| Lapd Academy Magnet Schools | Los Angeles, CA | General | $15,000 |
| Organization-Needs for the Elderly | Van Nuys, CA | General | $15,000 |
| Westside Food Bank | Santa Monica, CA | General | $15,000 |
| Wheels for Humanity | Chatsworth, CA | General | $15,000 |
| Camera | Boston, MA | General | $10,000 |
| Chp11-99 Foundation | Costa Mesa, CA | General | $10,000 |
| LA Family Housing | North Hollywood, CA | General | $10,000 |
| Student Health Services | Los Angeles, CA | General | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $370,000 | 20 |
| 2022 | $460,000 | 27 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2023, filed Oct 15, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522889349100917
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 95-4113690
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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