W S Scharff Family Foundation
Invitation OnlySanta Monica, California · EIN 95-4245078 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$55K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$878K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $4,000 and $6,000.
From the return
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
40% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venice Family Clinic | Venice, CA | General funds | $15,000 |
| Venice Heritage Foundation | Venice, CA | General funds | $10,000 |
| City of Hope | Duarte, CA | General funds | $6,000 |
| National Parkinson Foundation Inc | Miami, FL | General funds | $5,000 |
| Share Inc | Beverly Hills, CA | General funds | $5,000 |
| Virginia Institute of Autism | Charlottesville, VA | General funds | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | San Diego, CA | General funds | $5,000 |
| Heal the Bay | Santa Monica, CA | General funds | $4,000 |
| United Breast Cancer Support | Atlanta, GA | General funds | $50 |
| National Association of Chiefs of P | Titusville, FL | General funds | $25 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $55,075 | 10 |
| 2024 | $45,000 | 7 |
| 2023 | $39,000 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611049349100631
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 95-4245078
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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