The Held Foundation
Invitation OnlyLos Angeles, California · EIN 95-4016569 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $720 and $25,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
33% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wayfinder Family Services | Los Angeles, CA | Public charity | $61,000 |
| American Israel Education Foundatio | Washington, DC | Public charity | $25,000 |
| Sinai Temple | Los Angeles, CA | Public charity | $1,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | Los Angeles, CA | Public charity | $1,000 |
| Rett Syndrome Research Trust | Trumbull, CT | Public charity | $720 |
| Steven S Wise Temple | Los Angeles, CA | Public charity | $250 |
The return also lists 3 grants to individuals ($5,750). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $94,720 | 9 |
| 2023 | $171,883 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 4, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543089349100019
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 95-4016569
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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