Audrey & Sydney Irmas
The Audrey & Sydney Irmas Charitable Foundation is a private foundation established in 1986 and based in Los Angeles, California. The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization and functions as a family foundation with a broad philanthropic mission supporting various charitable causes across the United States.
Key facts about Audrey & Sydney Irmas
- EIN
- 95-4030813
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $734,150
- Grants made (2024)
- 53
- Average grant
- $13,852
- Median grant
- $7,500
- Total assets
- $10,753,478
- Primary geography
- California (92% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- How to apply
- The foundation accepts letter proposals with no specified deadlines.
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated June 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Audrey & Sydney Irmas funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Audrey & Sydney Irmas's 53 itemized 2024 grants were California (92%). The most frequent recipient cities were Los Angeles, CA (30 grants) and Sherman Oaks, CA (2 grants). 100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$10.8M
+1.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$734K
-17.0% YoY
Grant Count
53
-17.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$14K
+0.2% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Audrey & Sydney Irmas reported a distributable amount of $760K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation provides support to a wide range of organizations with funding priorities including:
- Education
- Health and medical research
- Human services, including services for the homeless
- Women's issues, including reproductive rights
- Human rights
- Children and youth, including at-risk youth
- Arts and culture
- Jewish organizations
- Art museums
The foundation supports both general operating support and project-specific funding.
Grantmaking
The foundation accepts letter proposals with no specified deadlines. The "Preselected Only" checkbox was not marked on recent filings, indicating the foundation is possibly open to applications.
Grant Range
$5,000-$7,500
Average Grant
amount: approximately $61,000
Review Cycle
. The "Preselected Only" checkbox was not marked on recent filings, indicating the foundation is possibly open to applications.
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation supports organizations across multiple states and cities, with particular emphasis on:
- California (primary focus, especially Los Angeles area)
- New York
- Oregon
- Texas
- Washington, D.C.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Fiscal Year (2023):
- Total Assets: $10,557,340-$10,753,478
- Total Revenue: $2,089,824
- Total Expenses: $2,000,022
- Total Liabilities: $54,500
- Investment Income & Dividends: $146,167
- Net Rental Income: $137,760
The foundation maintains significant assets and demonstrates consistent grant-making activity with recent distributions totaling approximately $1.1 million.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $10,753,478 | $10,557,340 | $10,466,796 |
| Revenue | $1,987,346 | $2,089,824 | $1,097,631 |
| Expenses | $1,791,208 | $2,000,022 | $1,667,590 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $926,912 | $1,053,735 | $726,196 |
| Net Investment Income | $1,138,767 | $1,169,426 | $156,237 |
| Distributable Amount | $760,322 | $731,052 | $770,024 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
251 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include La Family Housing ($101,000), Bet Tzedek ($75,000), Jewish Voice for Peace ($50,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| LA FAMILY HOUSING NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA | GENERAL SUPPORT | $101,000 |
| BET TZEDEK LOS ANGELES, CA | GENERAL SUPPORT | $75,000 |
| JEWISH VOICE FOR PEACE BERKELEY, CA | GENERAL SUPPORT | $50,000 |
| THE MAPLE COUNSELING CENTER BEVERLY HILLS, CA | GENERAL SUPPORT | $30,000 |
| HAND IN HAND PORTLAND, OR | GENERAL SUPPORT | $25,000 |
| LOS ANGELES REGIONAL FOOD BANK LOS ANGELES, CA | GENERAL SUPPORT | $25,000 |
| OKIZU FOUNDATION NOVATO, CA | GENERAL SUPPORT | $25,000 |
| WAGS AND WALKS LOS ANGELES, CA | GENERAL SUPPORT | $25,000 |
| SHERIFF'S YOUTH FOUNDATION LOS ANGELES, CA | GENERAL SUPPORT | $24,000 |
| MOCA LOS ANGELES, CA | GENERAL SUPPORT | $22,500 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Board of Trustees & Administration:
| Name | Title | Hours/Week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Irmas | Trustee/Administrator | 25 | $90,000 |
| Deborah Irmas | Trustee/Administrator | 0.1 | $0 |
| Jack Irmas | Trustee/Administrator | 0.1 | $0 |
| Daniel Irmas | Trustee/Administrator | 0.1 | $0 |
| Beth Rakow | Trustee/Administrator | 0.1 | $0 |
| Jared Irmas | Trustee/Administrator | 0.1 | $0 |
| Aaron Irmas | Trustee/Administrator | 0.1 | $0 |
Matthew Irmas serves as the primary trustee and administrator with dedicated staff support.
Contact Information:
- Address: 12301 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 418, Los Angeles, CA 90025
- Telephone: 310-476-0261
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MATTHEW IRMAS | TRUSTEE/ADMINISTRATOR | 25 | $90,000 |
| DEBORAH IRMAS | TRUSTEE/ADMINISTRATOR | 0.1 | — |
| JACK IRMAS | TRUSTEE/ADMINISTRATOR | 0.1 | — |
| DANIEL IRMAS | TRUSTEE/ADMINISTRATOR | 0.1 | — |
| BETH RAKOW | TRUSTEE/ADMINISTRATOR | 0.1 | — |
| JARED IRMAS | TRUSTEE/ADMINISTRATOR | 0.1 | — |
| AARON IRMAS | TRUSTEE/ADMINISTRATOR | 0.1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has been recognized for supporting curatorial excellence in the arts. The Audrey Irmas Award for Curatorial Excellence has been presented to notable curators, including recipients in 2022. The foundation's support extends to cultural institutions and the Los Angeles arts community.
Audrey Irmas Award for Curatorial Excellence: Valerie Cassel Oliver andFrequently Asked Questions
What does Audrey & Sydney Irmas fund?
The foundation provides support to a wide range of organizations with funding priorities including: • Education • Health and medical research • Human services, including services for the homeless • Women's issues, including reproductive rights • Human rights • Children and youth, including at-risk youth • Arts and culture • Jewish organizations • Art museums The foundation supports both general operating support and project-specific funding.
How do I apply for a grant from Audrey & Sydney Irmas?
**Grant Activity:** • Made 53-64 grants in recent fiscal years • Median grant size: $5,000-$7,500 • Grant range: $250-$105,000 • Average grant amount: approximately $61,000 • Total annual giving: approximately $734,150-$885,000 **Application Process:** The foundation accepts letter proposals with no specified deadlines. The "Preselected Only" checkbox was not marked on recent filings, indicating the foundation is possibly open to applications. **Recent Grantees Include:** • Bard College Berlin …
Where does Audrey & Sydney Irmas make grants?
The foundation supports organizations across multiple states and cities, with particular emphasis on: • California (primary focus, especially Los Angeles area) • New York • Oregon • Texas • Washington, D.C.
What size grants does Audrey & Sydney Irmas award?
In 2024, Audrey & Sydney Irmas awarded 53 grants totaling $734K — an average of about $14K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Audrey & Sydney Irmas required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Audrey & Sydney Irmas reported a distributable amount of $760K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Audrey & Sydney Irmas's EIN?
Audrey & Sydney Irmas's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-4030813. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.