The Walt and Lilly Disney Foundation
Invitation OnlySan Francisco, California · EIN 23-7425637 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$9.2M
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$200,000
Total assets$154.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $300,000.
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
33% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Walt Disney Family Museum | San Francisco, CA | Education - arts | $7,513,075 |
| Walt Disney Family Foundation | San Francisco, CA | Education - arts | $700,000 |
| California Institute of the Arts | Santa Clarita, CA | Arts | $300,000 |
| LA Philharmonic Association | Los Angeles, CA | Arts | $250,000 |
| Walt Disney Magnet School | Chicago, IL | Education - arts | $200,000 |
| Research to Prevent Blindness | New York, NY | Amblyopia research | $150,000 |
| John Tracy Clinic | Los Angeles, CA | Medical/Hearing loss | $25,000 |
| Hyperion Historical Alliance | Bakersfield, CA | History | $20,000 |
| Walt Disney Elementary School | Levittown, PA | Education | $10,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Institute of the Arts | Santa Clarita, CA | Arts | $900,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,168,075 | 10 |
| 2023 | $11,693,450 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 27, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523009349101157
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-7425637
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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