The Horowitz Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Las Vegas, Nevada. Established in 2014, it operates as a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization with significant assets and a diverse funding portfolio across the United States.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$144.8M
+7.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$7.6M
+95.8% YoY
Grant Count
11
+37.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$689K
+42.4% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Horowitz Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $6.9M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation does not specify particular subject areas of focus but has demonstrated support across multiple sectors including:
- Arts and Culture
- Cancer
- Community Development
- Faith-Based Initiatives
- Health and Well-Being
- Human Services
- Youth Development
- Education
- Philanthropy and Voluntarism
Grantmaking
The foundation appears to be open to new applicants, with approximately 12% of new applicants receiving funding.
Grant Range
$5,000 to $4,740,132
Average Grant
amount: approximately $689,000
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation funds initiatives across multiple states and major U.S. cities, including:
- California (Los Angeles, San Mateo, Inglewood, Studio City)
- New York (New York City)
- Nevada (Las Vegas, Henderson)
- Texas (Houston)
- Ohio (Cleveland)
Primary funding states include California, Texas, and New York.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Revenue (Fiscal Year Ending June 2024):
- Total assets: $144,805,727
- Total revenues: $18,622,805
- Total expenses: $8,088,597
- Total grants and contributions received: $18,540,282
- Investment income and dividends: $3,941,505
Historical Context: The foundation experienced significant growth in contributions, with grants and contributions increasing 2,393% from fiscal year 2023 to 2024.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $144,805,727 | $134,271,519 | $134,152,684 |
| Revenue | $18,622,805 | $4,309,452 | $75,388,865 |
| Expenses | $8,088,597 | $4,190,617 | $2,980,270 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $7,580,132 | $3,871,250 | $1,705,000 |
| Net Investment Income | $4,167,157 | $3,868,947 | $74,031,066 |
| Distributable Amount | $6,871,376 | $6,178,016 | $4,800,194 |
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
46 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Lvmpd Foundation Friends of Las Vegas ($4,740,132), Friends of United Hatzalah Inc ($1,000,000), Chabad of the North Peninsula - Israel Solidarity Fund ($750,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CLEVELAND CLINIC FOUNDATION CLEVELAND, OH | RESEARCHING FOR HEALTH | $100,000 |
| LVMPD FOUNDATION FRIENDS OF LAS VEGAS LAS VEGAS, NV | SUPPORT OF POLICE | $4,740,132 |
| UMC FOUNDATION LAS VEGAS, NV | ADVANCMENT OF CHURCH CONGREGATIONS | $500,000 |
| APOLLO THEATER FOUNDATION NEW YORK, NY | THEATER ARTS EVENTS AND EDUCATION | $100,000 |
| MAXX CROSBY FOUNDATION HENDERSON, NV | PREVENTION OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND YOUTH WELLNESS | $50,000 |
| JUGLIFE FOUNDATION INGLEWOOD, CA | PROVIDE SAFE DRINKING WATER INTERNATIONALLY | $20,000 |
| PROJECT TRANSITION STUDIO CITY, CA | COMMUNITY SERVICE AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN | $20,000 |
| THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER HOUSTON, TX | CANCER RESEARCH | $250,000 |
| FRIENDS OF UNITED HATZALAH INC NEW YORK, NY | HUMANITARIAN AID | $1,000,000 |
| CHABAD OF THE NORTH PENINSULA - ISRAEL SOLIDARITY FUND SAN MATEO, CA | HUMANITARIAN AID | $750,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Felicia Annette Horowitz - Trustee (serves without compensation)
- Sophia Noel Horowitz - Trustee (serves without compensation)
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| FELICIA ANNETTE HOROWITZ | TRUSTEE | 7 | — |
| SOPHIA NOEL HOROWITZ | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
Contact Information
- Address: 11035 Lavender Hill Drive, Suite 160-580, Las Vegas, NV 89135
- Phone: (650) 845-8100
- Fiscal Year End: June
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Horowitz Family Foundation fund?
The foundation does not specify particular subject areas of focus but has demonstrated support across multiple sectors including: • Arts and Culture • Cancer • Community Development • Faith-Based Initiatives • Health and Well-Being • Human Services • Youth Development • Education • Philanthropy and Voluntarism
How do I apply for a grant from Horowitz Family Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • Total giving in fiscal year 2024: $7,580,132 • Number of grants awarded (2024): 11 grants • Average grant amount: approximately $689,000 • Typical grant range: $5,000 to $4,740,132 • The foundation has made 15 grants in recent years, with notable recipients including Stanford University, Friends of United Hatzalah ($1,000,000), UMC Foundation ($500,000), and Apollo Theater ($100,000) **Application Process:** The foundation appears to be open to new applicants, with approxi…
Where does Horowitz Family Foundation make grants?
The foundation funds initiatives across multiple states and major U.S. cities, including: • California (Los Angeles, San Mateo, Inglewood, Studio City) • New York (New York City) • Nevada (Las Vegas, Henderson) • Texas (Houston) • Ohio (Cleveland) Primary funding states include California, Texas, and New York.
What size grants does Horowitz Family Foundation award?
In 2024, Horowitz Family Foundation awarded 11 grants totaling $7.6M — an average of about $689K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Horowitz Family Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Horowitz Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $6.9M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Horowitz Family Foundation's EIN?
Horowitz Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 35-7050910. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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