THE MICHAEL AND LORI MILKEN FAMILY FOUNDATION
Santa Monica, CA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
82-1927087
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Michael and Lori Milken Family Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that is currently open for unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $26.1 million across 222 grantees, with significant funding directed towards California, Pennsylvania, and New York. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE MILKEN INSTITUTE
$54.6M
42%
THE JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
$20.7M
16%
THE JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION CHARITABLE FUND
$20M
16%
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Total No. of Grants
86
Median 1st year grant
$3K
Median 2nd year grant
$2.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE MICHAEL AND LORI MILKEN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
Yes. THE MICHAEL AND LORI MILKEN FAMILY FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does THE MICHAEL AND LORI MILKEN FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE MICHAEL AND LORI MILKEN FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, Pennsylvania, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE MICHAEL AND LORI MILKEN FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE MICHAEL AND LORI MILKEN FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $3,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE MICHAEL AND LORI MILKEN FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE MICHAEL AND LORI MILKEN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 90 grants, totaling nearly $26.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE MICHAEL AND LORI MILKEN FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE MICHAEL AND LORI MILKEN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 220 grantees. Recent grantees include THE MILKEN INSTITUTE, THE JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, and THE JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION CHARITABLE FUND. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE MICHAEL AND LORI MILKEN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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