Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation
The Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Beverly Hills, California. Its 2025 filing records grants to organizations working in areas including fire and emergency services, education, youth programs, veterans’ support, housing, and community services.
Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation gave $1.1M across 32 grants in 2025 (avg $35K), mostly in California. 48% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $1,129,500
- +8.1% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 32
- +14.3% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $35,297
- -5.4% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $12,500
- Total assets
- $657,697
- -25.3% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 48% first-time grantees (15 of 31, 2025)
- Primary geography
- California (85% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
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The foundation’s 2024 filing says it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations and accepts unsolicited requests. Applications may be submitted directly to the foundation by mail, electronically, or in person. The filing describes scholarships for attendance at an accredited U.S. university, technical college, or other qualified program, with preference for students living in Southern California. Scholarship recipients must be enrolled at an eligible institution and maintain at least a 2.5 GPA. Achievement grants are for expenses related to pursuing a professional career and must support a specific objective, produce a report or similar product, or improve or enhance a recipient’s skills or capacity. Additional program information and eligibility details are available upon request.
- Review Cycle
- The 2024 filing states that there are no deadlines and applications may be submitted throughout the year.
- Deadline
- The 2024 filing states that there are no deadlines and applications may be submitted throughout the year.
- Contact
Application contact: Rosie Zamora
Mailing address: 151 S El Camino Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Phone: (310) 887-6400
Website: https://ir.kennedywilson.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation ($500K). Together the top 10 received $950K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($2,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
189 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 142 grants of 189 (75%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, California recipients received 85% of grant dollars. Virginia received 5%, Idaho 4%, Indiana 2%, and New York 2%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 32 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation open to new grantees?
48%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 15 of 31 grantees (48%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $54K; repeat grants $20K. How we count
Medians: $20K first-time, $10K repeat.
- 42% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving fell 53% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $1.0M (2024) to $2.4M (2022). In 2025 it made 32 grants totaling $1.1M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation Los Angeles, CA | The lafd foundation provides vital equipment and funds programs that help the lafd save lives and build resilient communities. | $500,000 |
| Bringing Hope to the Family USA Santa Monica, CA | Bringing hope to the family, an organization based in uganda, has provided care and support to restore hope and improve the quality of life of families and communities affected by hiv/aids, poverty and disaster for the past 20 years. Kennedy wilson has supported bringing hope to the family for many years, supplanted by an annual service trip to africa by christine deschaine, senior vp at kennedy wilson brokerage. | $125,000 |
| Kiin BEH Education Center Foundation Inc Los Altos, CA | The kiin beh education center foundation (also k'iin beh educational center) is a U.S.-based nonprofit supporting a licensed bilingual school in playa del carmen, mexico, providing solid education & values (mayan for "way of the sun") to local kids from marginalized areas, focusing on character, leadership, and community, funded by donations for facilities, supplies, and staff to build "success stories" for over 400 students. | $100,000 |
| Edward Charles Foundation Beverly Hills, CA | The rod dedeaux foundation was formed to continue the American college basketball coach's spirit by supporting youth baseball and softball programs in underserved areas. Through the efforts of this organization, underprivileged youth are receiving new uniformed and renovated facilities as well as a support system specifically designed to build character and promote academic achievement. | $50,000 |
| The Milkin Institute Santa Monica, CA | The milken institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank focused on accelerating measurable progress on the path to a meaningful life. With a focus on financial, physical, mental, and environmental health, we bring together the best ideas and innovative resourcing to develop blueprints for tackling some of our most critical global issues through the lens of what's pressing now and what's coming next. | $50,000 |
| Penfed Foundation Alexandria, VA | We empower veterans with the tools and resources so their transition from military service to civilian life is successful. | $30,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Los Angeles Harbor San Pedro, CA | True to its mission since 1937, the boys & girls clubs of the los angeles harbor helps young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. We achieve this through a commitment to quality programs and services in an environment that is safe, nurturing and inspiring. | $25,000 |
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust (Ms Gift) Indianapolis, IN | Intercontinental charities was established with the goal of creating a positive and long-lasting civic and social impact in the communities where we do business. The mission allows intercontinental to make the most of our resources and provide the most effective support to non-profits in our region and beyond. Giving is directed towards not-for-profit organizations that support children's education and development through mentorship, after-school tutoring, sports engagement, career counseling, etc.; to hospitals and healthcare providers; to inner-city neighborhood missions. | $25,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation Virginia Beach, VA | The navy seal foundation provides critical support for the warriors, veterans, and families of naval special warfare. | $25,000 |
| Business Council for International Understanding Inc (Bciu) New York, NY | A strategic partner for global businesses and governments, bciu helps build the infrastructure of a modern world by facilitating relationships, partnerships, and international understanding. | $20,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $657,697 | $922,085 | $1,144,878 | $1,129,500 | 32 | $1,144,314 | $33,411 | $28,057 |
| 2024 | $880,490 | $932,161 | $1,065,200 | $1,045,000 | 28 | $1,061,110 | $21,071 | $34,239 |
| 2023 | $1,013,529 | $2,990,097 | $2,047,869 | $2,047,566 | 58 | $2,047,766 | $187,494 | $846,430 |
| 2022 | $71,301 | $2,447,472 | $2,426,889 | $2,426,764 | 41 | $2,426,889 | — | $4,674 |
| 2021 | $50,718 | $823,500 | $1,628,305 | $1,626,612 | 30 | — | — | $38,380 |
| 2020 | $855,523 | $1,616,349 | $1,615,826 | $1,609,799 | 55 | — | — | $42,122 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $28K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The available information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its grants show support for organizations with varied charitable purposes. For example, the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation says it provides essential equipment, training, and public outreach programs for the Los Angeles Fire Department; Kiin Beh Education Center Foundation says it provides values-based bilingual education to children from marginalized areas; and LEAP Charities says it works to expand access to safe, stable, affordable housing.
Other 2025 recipients include organizations focused on supporting families affected by hardship, veterans and military families, youth, and the history of the Los Angeles Police Department. The foundation’s filing also describes scholarships for education at eligible U.S. institutions and achievement grants for individuals pursuing a professional or other chosen field.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation reported 32 grants totaling $1,129,500. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $500,000, with a median grant of $12,500.
The largest 2025 grants included $500,000 to the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, $125,000 to Bringing Hope to the Family USA, and $100,000 to Kiin Beh Education Center Foundation. Other grants included $50,000 to the Edward Charles Foundation and $50,000 to the Milken Institute, $30,000 to the PenFed Foundation, and $25,000 each to the Boys & Girls Club of Los Angeles Harbor and the Navy SEAL Foundation.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists William J. McMorrow as president and director; Justin Enbody as CFO and director; Matthew Windisch as vice president, assistant secretary, and director; and In Ku Lee as secretary and director. The other directors listed are Cathy Hendrickson, Peter Collins, Regina Finnegan, Emily Heidt, and Padmina Singla.
Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation is led by William J. McMorrow, President & Director on every filing since 2020; none of the 9 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
William J. McMorrow
President & Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cathy Hendrickson
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
In Ku Lee
Secretary & Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Justin Enbody
CFO & Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Matthew Windisch
Vice President, Assistant Secretary & Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Emily Heidt
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Padmina Singla
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Peter Collins
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Regina Finnegan
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Kent Mouton (2020–2023) — Vice President, Assistant Secretary & Director
- Former: Mary Ricks (2020–2023) — Vice President, Assistant Secretary & Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation
How much does Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation give each year?
Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation gave $1.1M across 32 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $1.0M across 28 grants.
What is Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $12,500, and its average grant was $35,297, across 32 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation that year got $54K on average.
Where does Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation give grants?
Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation gives mostly in California: 85% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Los Angeles, CA (4 grants), Boise, ID (4 grants), Santa Monica, CA (2 grants) and Beverly Hills, CA (2 grants).
Does Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Occasionally: 3% of Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 32) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation ($500,000), Bringing Hope to the Family USA ($125,000) and Kiin BEH Education Center Foundation Inc ($100,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($2,000), which are not listed by name. Together they received 64% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation?
Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation reported $658K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.1M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $28K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation fund?
The available information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its grants show support for organizations with varied charitable purposes. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation?
The foundation’s 2024 filing says it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations and accepts unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation's EIN?
Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-4682181. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does Kennedy Wilson Charitable Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
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