The Rosenthal Family Foundation
The Rosenthal Family Foundation is based in Los Angeles, California, and files Form 990-PF as a private foundation. Its 2024 filing reports grants supporting arts, education, civic and democratic engagement, and other charitable work, as well as direct charitable activity involving an independent documentary film.
The Rosenthal Family Foundation at a glance
In short: The Rosenthal Family Foundation gave $900K across 114 grants in 2024 (avg $8K), top state California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $900,123
- +11.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 114
- -2.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $7,896
- +14.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,500
- Total assets
- $13,781,734
- +3.5% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (34% 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 Rosenthal Family Foundation
- 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: c/o 350 S Grand Ave Ste 2000, Los Angeles, CA 90071
Phone: (213) 593-2300
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Rosenthal Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Union of Concerned Scientists ($75K). Together the top 10 received $457K.
Grant Size Distribution
479 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 461 grants of 479 (96%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, grant dollars went to recipients in California (34%), New York (27%), Washington, DC (18%), Massachusetts (9%), and Utah (7%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 114 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Rosenthal Family Foundation gives
- 75% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving fell 31% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 101% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (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 $806K (2023) to $1.5M (2020). In 2024 it made 114 grants totaling $900K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Union of Concerned Scientists Cambridge, MA | To support education opportunities for all citizens to engage in a healthy democracy | $75,000 |
| Los Angeles Review of Books Los Angeles, CA | To support thriving arts essential for a healthy democracy | $60,000 |
| Utah Film Center Salt Lake City, UT | To support thriving arts essential for a healthy democracy | $60,000 |
| Pen America New York, NY | To support thriving arts essential for a healthy democracy | $57,000 |
| Magnum Foundation New York, NY | To support thriving arts essential for a healthy democracy | $40,000 |
| Center for Investigative Reporting San Francisco, CA | To support education opportunities for all citizens to engage in a healthy democracy | $35,000 |
| People for the American Way Foundation Washington, DC | To support education opportunities for all citizens to engage in a healthy democracy | $35,000 |
| Wildlife Guardians Washington, DC | To support education opportunities for all citizens to engage in a healthy democracy | $35,000 |
| Earthways Foundation Malibu, CA | To support education opportunities for all citizens to engage in a healthy democracy | $30,000 |
| National Partnership for Women & Families Washington, DC | To support education opportunities for all citizens to engage in a healthy democracy | $30,000 |
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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 | $13,781,734 | $1,527,724 | $1,072,713 | $900,123 | 114 | $996,560 | $1,431,104 | $986,068 |
| 2023 | $13,314,853 | $458,834 | $882,520 | $805,917 | 117 | $843,158 | $382,264 | $870,495 |
| 2022 | $15,996,725 | $575,141 | $1,431,730 | $1,335,060 | 127 | $1,404,486 | $325,601 | $862,396 |
| 2021 | $16,854,063 | $1,682,488 | $1,379,856 | $1,300,456 | 120 | $1,410,732 | $979,915 | $982,613 |
| 2020 | $16,564,932 | $875,676 | $1,632,464 | $1,546,867 | 1 | — | $521,841 | $891,349 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Rosenthal Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $986K for 2024 — 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 foundation mission. Its 2024 grant purposes include supporting education opportunities for citizens to engage in a healthy democracy and thriving arts described as essential for a healthy democracy.
The grantees’ own descriptions illustrate the range of organizations supported. The Union of Concerned Scientists says it puts independent science into action and advocates for a healthy, safe, and just future. The Utah Film Center describes its work as film exhibition, education, and artist support. The Los Angeles Review of Books says it promotes writing, reading, criticism, and intellectual discussion. People for the American Way Foundation says it conducts research, legal, and education work on First Amendment freedoms and democratic values. Chicken & Egg Films says it supports women and gender-expansive documentary filmmakers with funding, mentorship, and access.
The foundation also reported direct charitable activity through Penobscot Productions, LLC, for “Blood Antiquities,” an independent documentary intended to raise awareness about a social issue.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 114 grants totaling $900,123. Grants ranged from $500 to $75,000, with a median of $2,500. Among the largest awards were $75,000 to the Union of Concerned Scientists; $60,000 each to the Los Angeles Review of Books and Utah Film Center; $57,000 to PEN America; and $40,000 to the Magnum Foundation. The foundation also awarded $35,000 each to the Center for Investigative Reporting, People for the American Way Foundation, and Wildlife Guardians.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Nancy Stephens as president and trustee; Jamie R. Wolf as secretary and trustee; Rick Rosenthal as treasurer and trustee; and Noah Rosenthal, Kate Wolf, Jane Stephens Rosenthal, and Michael Stephens Rosenthal as trustees.
The Rosenthal Family Foundation is led by Nancy Stephens, President & Trustee on every filing since 2020; none of the 7 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Nancy Stephens
President & Trustee
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jamie R. Wolf
Secretary & Trustee
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jane Stephens Rosenthal
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kate Wolf
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Stephens Rosenthal
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Noah Rosenthal
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rick Rosenthal
Treasurer & Trustee
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
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 The Rosenthal Family Foundation
How much does The Rosenthal Family Foundation give each year?
The Rosenthal Family Foundation gave $900K across 114 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $806K across 117 grants.
What is The Rosenthal Family Foundation's typical grant size?
The Rosenthal Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $2,500, and its average grant was $7,896, across 114 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Rosenthal Family Foundation give grants?
The Rosenthal Family Foundation's top state is California, with 34% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New York (27%) and District of Columbia (18%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (24 grants), Los Angeles, CA (18 grants), Washington, DC (16 grants) and San Francisco, CA (5 grants).
Does The Rosenthal Family Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 114 grants with a stated purpose on The Rosenthal Family Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To Support Thriving Arts Essential for a Healthy Democracy" (35 grants).
Who are The Rosenthal Family Foundation's largest grantees?
The Rosenthal Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Union of Concerned Scientists ($75,000), Los Angeles Review of Books ($60,000) and Utah Film Center ($60,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 22% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Rosenthal Family Foundation?
The Rosenthal Family Foundation reported $13.8M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $997K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $986K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Rosenthal Family Foundation fund?
The available information does not state a foundation mission. Its 2024 grant purposes include supporting education opportunities for citizens to engage in a healthy democracy and thriving arts described as essential for a healthy democracy. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Rosenthal Family Foundation?
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 The Rosenthal Family Foundation's EIN?
The Rosenthal Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-6104817. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Rosenthal Family Foundation 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 October 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). The Rosenthal Family Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 22, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-rosenthal-family-foundation-morg_d4ae21a350744918b54223e43bc15e5e
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