Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr
Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr is a private foundation based in Los Angeles, California. Its 2024 filing reports $47,000 in grants to 20 charitable organizations.
Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr at a glance
In short: Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr gave $47K across 20 grants in 2024 (avg $2K), mostly in California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $47,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 20
- Average grant
- $2,350
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $369,450
- +39.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (68% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1925 Century Park East Ste 1700-51, Los Angeles, CA 90067
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Young Israel of Northridge ($10K). Together the top 10 received $35K.
Grant Size Distribution
20 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 20 grants of 20 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 68% of grant dollars went to recipients in California, 11% to New York, 11% to the District of Columbia, 4% to Iowa, and 4% to Georgia.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 20 itemized grants.
Cities
How Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr gives
- In 2024 it paid out 291% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 20 grants totaling $47K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Young Israel of Northridge Northridge, CA | Charity | $10,000 |
| National Park Foundation Washington, DC | Charity | $5,000 |
| Link Kollel Los Angeles, CA | Charity | $4,000 |
| Prager University Sherman Oaks, CA | Charity | $3,000 |
| Stand with US Los Angeles, CA | Charity | $3,000 |
| One Israel Fund Cedarhurst, NY | Charity | $2,000 |
| Make a Wish America Los Angeles, CA | Charity | $2,000 |
| Autism Speaks Boone, IA | Charity | $2,000 |
| Treepeople Beverly Hills, CA | Charity | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity International Bellflower, CA | Charity | $2,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $369,450 | $262,102 | $157,986 | $47,000 | 20 | $47,000 | $125,135 | $16,148 |
| 2023 | $265,334 | $205,355 | $155,872 | — | — | $48,005 | $71,820 | — |
| 2022 | $215,851 | $50,144 | $37,409 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $203,116 | $168,296 | $240 | — | — | — | — | — |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr reported a distributable amount of $16K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations working in areas that include parks and conservation, cancer support and research, urban trees and climate resilience, and humanitarian needs.
The National Park Foundation describes its work as supporting the protection, preservation, and restoration of America’s national parks and their natural, cultural, and historical resources. The American Cancer Society says it works to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support. TreePeople describes its work as bringing together trees, people, and nature-based solutions to build climate-resilient and water-secure communities. One Israel Fund says it raises funds for humanitarian needs, including healthcare, emergency medical equipment, security, social welfare, recreation, and religious and educational needs.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 20 grants totaling $47,000. Grants ranged from $500 to $10,000, with a median of $2,000.
Among its largest reported grants were $10,000 to Young Israel of Northridge; $5,000 to the National Park Foundation; $4,000 to Link Kollel; and $3,000 each to Prager University and Stand With Us. Other reported grants included $2,000 each to One Israel Fund, Make-A-Wish America, Autism Speaks, TreePeople, Habitat for Humanity International, the American Cancer Society, and March of Dimes.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Robert Klein was listed as trustee on the 2024 filing.
Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr is led by Robert Klein, Trustee on every filing since 2021 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Robert Klein
Trustee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "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 Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr
How much does Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr give each year?
Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr gave $47K across 20 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr's typical grant size?
Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr's median grant in 2024 was $2,000, and its average grant was $2,350, across 20 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr give grants?
Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr gives mostly in California: 68% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were New York (11%) and District of Columbia (11%). The most frequent recipient cities were Los Angeles, CA (6 grants), Cedarhurst, NY (2 grants) and New York, NY (2 grants).
Does Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 20 grants with a stated purpose on Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charity" (20 grants).
Who are Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr's largest grantees?
Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr's largest 2024 grantees include Young Israel of Northridge ($10,000), National Park Foundation ($5,000) and Link Kollel ($4,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 40% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr?
Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr reported $369K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $47K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $16K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations working in areas that include parks and conservation, cancer support and research, urban trees and climate resilience, and humanitarian needs. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr's EIN?
Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-7092236. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Does Michelle J F Elkind Charitable Tr accept unsolicited proposals?
No, 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 September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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