The Steve Tisch Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyNew York, New York · EIN 13-4037377 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$12.4M
Organizations funded18
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$322.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $75,000.
From the return
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
77% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jewish Communal Fund | New York, NY | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $9,477,163 |
| LA County Museum of Art (Museum Associates) | Los Angeles, CA | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $2,100,000 |
| Children's Museum of Manhattan | New York, NY | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $333,334 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | New York, NY | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $125,000 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | Los Angeles, CA | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $75,000 |
| Huc - Skirball Cultural Center | Los Angeles, CA | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $50,000 |
| Epilepsy Foundation of Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $25,000 |
| Exceptional Children's Foundation | Culver City, CA | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $25,000 |
| Healthy Room Project Corporation | Redondo Beach, CA | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $25,000 |
| Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America | New York, NY | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $25,000 |
| National Breast Cancer Coalition Fund | Washington, DC | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $25,000 |
| Geffen Playhouse | Los Angeles, CA | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $20,000 |
| Take the Field Inc | Norfolk, CT | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $16,666 |
| American Cinematheque | Hollywood, CA | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $10,000 |
| Camp Del Corazon | North Hollywood, CA | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $10,000 |
| Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra Society | Los Angeles, CA | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $5,000 |
| Los Angeles Police Foundation | Los Angeles, CA | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $5,000 |
| Beverly Hills Police Officers Benevolent Foundation | Beverly Hills, CA | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12,354,663 | 18 |
| 2023 | $20,266,765 | 27 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 30, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513039349101111
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 13-4037377
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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