The John Randolph Haynes and Dora
The John Randolph Haynes and Dora is a private foundation based in Los Angeles, California. In 2024, it made 18 grants totaling $908,131 to charitable organizations.
The John Randolph Haynes and Dora at a glance
In short: The John Randolph Haynes and Dora gave $908K across 18 grants in 2024 (avg $50K), mostly in California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $908,131
- Grants made (2024)
- 18
- Average grant
- $50,452
- Median grant
- $6,500
- Total assets
- $72,853,215
- Primary geography
- California (98% 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 The John Randolph Haynes and Dora
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
- Contact
Mailing address: 888 W 6Th Street 1150, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Phone: (213) 623-9151
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The John Randolph Haynes and Dora funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was California Community Foundation ($415K). Together the top 10 received $869K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($700), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
18 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 14 grants of 18 (78%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grants went primarily to organizations in California: the reported share of grant dollars by recipient state was 98% for California, 1% for Indiana, 1% for the District of Columbia, and 1% for Pennsylvania.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 18 itemized grants.
Cities
How The John Randolph Haynes and Dora gives
- In 2024 it paid out 20% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. 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 18 grants totaling $908K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California Community Foundation Los Angeles, CA | General Operating Support | $415,000 |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA | Research and Operations | $198,000 |
| Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA | Governance and Democracy Planning | $110,000 |
| Regents of the University of California Irvine Irvine, CA | Governance and Democracy Planning | $87,431 |
| California Science Center Foundation Los Angeles, CA | General Operating Support | $11,500 |
| Nextgen Climate America Inc San Francisco, CA | Programs Benefitting the Los Angeles Region | $11,500 |
| UCLA Foundation Los Angeles, CA | Alzheimer's Disease Center | $11,500 |
| University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN | Educational programs in so cal catholic schools served by alliance for catholic education teachers | $11,500 |
| A New Way of Life Reentry Project Los Angeles, CA | General Operating Support | $6,500 |
| Community Partners Los Angeles, CA | General Operating Support | $6,500 |
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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 | $72,853,215 | $2,881,526 | $1,307,247 | $908,131 | 18 | $1,069,659 | $3,602,045 | $5,350,339 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The John Randolph Haynes and Dora reported a distributable amount of $5.4M 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 included general operating support, research and operations, governance and democracy planning, and support for programs in areas such as science learning, climate policy, education, Alzheimer’s disease research, and reentry.
Grantees describe their own work in varied ways. The California Community Foundation says it invests in, partners with, and amplifies the community to build a good life. A New Way of Life Reentry Project says it advances multidimensional solutions to the effects of incarceration, while Homeboy Industries says it provides hope, training, and support to people who were previously incarcerated or formerly gang-involved. Coro Southern California says its mission is to strengthen the democratic process by preparing people for effective and ethical civic leadership.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 18 grants totaling $908,131. Grant amounts ranged from $700 to $415,000, with a median grant of $6,500.
The largest grants included $415,000 to the California Community Foundation for general operating support; $198,000 to the University of Southern California for research and operations; $110,000 to Claremont McKenna College for governance and democracy planning; and $87,431 to the Regents of the University of California, Irvine, also for governance and democracy planning. Other listed grants included $11,500 to the California Science Center Foundation for general operating support, $11,500 to NextGen Climate America for programs benefiting the Los Angeles region, and $6,500 each to A New Way of Life Reentry Project and Homeboy Industries for general operating support. Coro Southern California received $5,500, and the Daniel Pearl Foundation received $5,000.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Raphe Sonenshein as executive director; Robin Myrne Kramer as president; Robert Bob A Eckert as treasurer; and Rebecca Becky Vila as secretary. Trustees listed are Gil Garcetti, Enrique Rick Hernandez Jr, Morenike Nike Irvin, Joseph Joseph Tomas McKellar, and Gilbert Gil T Ray.
The John Randolph Haynes and Dora is led by Raphe Sonenshein, Executive Director on the 2024 filing; 1 of 9 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Raphe Sonenshein
Executive Director
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$98K (2024)
Robin Myrne Kramer
President
Trustee → President, 2024
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Enrique Rick Hernandez Jr.
Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gil Garcetti Esq.
Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gilbert Gil T. Ray
Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Morenike Nike Irvin
Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Joseph Joseph Tomas McKellar
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Robert Bob A. Eckert
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rebecca Becky Vila
Secretary
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Daniel Dan A. Mazmanian (2023) — President-Elect
- Former: Jane Pisano (2023) — President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $98K, to Raphe Sonenshein (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about The John Randolph Haynes and Dora
How much does The John Randolph Haynes and Dora give each year?
The John Randolph Haynes and Dora gave $908K across 18 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is The John Randolph Haynes and Dora's typical grant size?
The John Randolph Haynes and Dora's median grant in 2024 was $6,500, and its average grant was $50,452, across 18 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The John Randolph Haynes and Dora give grants?
The John Randolph Haynes and Dora gives mostly in California: 98% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Los Angeles, CA (10 grants).
Does The John Randolph Haynes and Dora give general operating support?
Yes: 44% of The John Randolph Haynes and Dora's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (8 of 18) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The John Randolph Haynes and Dora's largest grantees?
The John Randolph Haynes and Dora's largest 2024 grantees include California Community Foundation ($415,000), University of Southern California ($198,000) and Claremont McKenna College ($110,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($700), which are not listed by name. Together they received 80% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The John Randolph Haynes and Dora?
The John Randolph Haynes and Dora reported $72.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.1M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $5.4M (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does The John Randolph Haynes and Dora fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included general operating support, research and operations, governance and democracy planning, and support for programs in areas such as science learning, climate policy, education, Alzheimer’s disease research, and reentry. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The John Randolph Haynes and Dora?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The John Randolph Haynes and Dora's EIN?
The John Randolph Haynes and Dora's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 35-2820009. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2024.
Does The John Randolph Haynes and Dora 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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