Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust
The Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust is a private foundation based in Santa Monica, California. Its 2024 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, all listed as general support.
Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust at a glance
In short: Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust gave $11K across 17 grants in 2024 (avg $669.471), top state California. 29% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $11,381
- +146.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 17
- +41.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $669
- +74.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $500
- Total assets
- $127,740
- -13.8% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 29% first-time grantees (5 of 17, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- California (49% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds; it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. No further application process, materials, or restrictions are stated.
- Contact
Mailing address: 2632 Wilshire Boulevard 521, Santa Monica, CA 90403
Phone: (310) 818-7150
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was V Foundation ($3K). Together the top 10 received $10K.
Grant Size Distribution
65 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 65 grants of 65 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, recipients in California received 49% of grant dollars, followed by North Carolina (22%), Florida (13%), Kentucky (9%), and Ohio (7%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 17 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust open to new grantees?
29%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 5 of 17 grantees (29%) were first-time recipients. With only 17 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 6 points. First grants averaged $713; repeat grants $652. How we count
Medians: $608 first-time, $475 repeat.
- 29% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving fell 58% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 154% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $3K (2022) to $39K (2020). In 2024 it made 17 grants totaling $11K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| V Foundation Cary, NC | General Support | $2,500 |
| California State Firefighters Assoc Sacramento, CA | General Support | $2,000 |
| Tony Jannus Distinguished Society Tampa, FL | General Support | $1,450 |
| Legacy of Honor Wilmore, KY | General Support | $1,000 |
| YMCA Fit Kids Los Angeles, CA | General Support | $900 |
| Wise Los Angeles, CA | General Support | $608 |
| Television Academy Foundation North Hollywood, CA | General Support | $518 |
| Shelter Hope Pet Shop Thousand Oaks, CA | General Support | $500 |
| Project Kare Canton, OH | General Support | $500 |
| Academy Museum Foundation Los Angeles, CA | General Support | $450 |
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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 | $127,740 | $13,234 | $34,239 | $11,381 | 17 | $11,381 | $5,858 | $7,375 |
| 2023 | $148,175 | $5,635 | $11,666 | $4,609 | 12 | $4,609 | $894 | $7,254 |
| 2022 | $150,368 | $7,150 | $9,015 | $3,040 | 7 | $3,040 | $2,490 | $7,781 |
| 2021 | $170,038 | $20,881 | $31,478 | $27,324 | 11 | $27,324 | $14,784 | $8,686 |
| 2020 | $181,400 | $5,946 | $45,449 | $39,145 | 18 | — | — | $9,087 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust reported a distributable amount of $7K 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
The foundation’s own mission is not stated. Its grants show support for a range of organizations. For example, Academy Museum Foundation describes its mission as advancing understanding, celebration, and preservation of cinema. Swim With Mike Foundation says it provides financial resources for advanced education for physically challenged athletes. Beit T'Shuvah describes its work as bringing psychological and spiritual healing to people and families affected by addiction and other destructive behaviors.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation gave $11,381 through 17 grants. Grants ranged from $25 to $2,500, with a median of $500. Its largest listed grants were $2,500 to V Foundation, $2,000 to California State Firefighters Association, and $1,450 to Tony Jannus Distinguished Society; each was designated for general support. Other listed recipients included Legacy of Honor ($1,000), YMCA Fit Kids ($900), WISE ($608), Television Academy Foundation ($518), Shelter Hope Pet Shop ($500), and Project KARE ($500).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Adam Krajchir was listed as trustee on the 2024 filing.
Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust is led by Adam Krajchir, Trustee on every filing since 2020 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Adam Krajchir
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust
How much does Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust give each year?
Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust gave $11K across 17 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $5K across 12 grants.
What is Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust's typical grant size?
Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust's median grant in 2024 was $500, and its average grant was $669, across 17 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust that year got $713 on average.
Where does Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust give grants?
Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust's top state is California, with 49% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were North Carolina (22%) and Florida (13%). The most frequent recipient cities were Los Angeles, CA (5 grants), North Hollywood, CA (2 grants) and Akron, OH (2 grants).
Does Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (17 of 17) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust's largest grantees?
Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust's largest 2024 grantees include V Foundation ($2,500), California State Firefighters Assoc ($2,000) and Tony Jannus Distinguished Society ($1,450), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 52% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust?
Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust reported $128K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $11K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $7K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust fund?
The foundation’s own mission is not stated. Its grants show support for a range of organizations. For example, Academy Museum Foundation describes its mission as advancing understanding, celebration, and preservation of cinema. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds; it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust's EIN?
Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 94-6719532. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Robert H Lorsch Foundation Trust 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.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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