The Stanley & Joyce
The Stanley & Joyce Black Family Foundation is a private family foundation established in 1989 by real estate developer Stanley Black and his late wife Joyce Black. Based in Beverly Hills, California, the foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to philanthropic giving that reflects the family's commitment to supporting underserved communities both locally and internationally.
Key facts about The Stanley & Joyce
- EIN
- 95-4259961
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,548,452
- Grants made (2024)
- 77
- Average grant
- $33,097
- Median grant
- $10,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 31% first-time grantees (18 of 58, 2024)
- Total assets
- $30,956,435
- Primary geography
- California (93% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Stanley & Joyce funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for The Stanley & Joyce's 77 itemized 2024 grants were California (93%). The most frequent recipient cities were Los Angeles, CA (34 grants), Beverly Hills, CA (12 grants), Pasadena, CA (5 grants) and Washington, DC (4 grants). 1% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
Is The Stanley & Joyce open to new grantees?
31%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 18 of 58 grantees (31%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $7K; repeat grants $61K. How we count
Medians: $3K first-time, $10K repeat.
- 47% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving fell 27% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 195% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$31.0M
-1.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$2.5M
-6.2% YoY
Grant Count
77
-9.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$33K
+3.6% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Stanley & Joyce reported a distributable amount of $1.5M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation continues the philanthropic legacy of Joyce Black, who passed away in 2013 after a prolonged battle with cancer. The foundation's primary funding priorities include:
- Healthcare, with particular emphasis on pediatric care
- Jewish life and community
- Homeless services
- Veterans support
- Education
- Environmental beautification
Grantmaking
The Stanley & Joyce Black Family Foundation operates through trustee-discretion grantmaking rather than formal grant programs. The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations.
Grant Range
$500 to $250,000
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily supports organizations in Southern California, with particular focus on the Los Angeles area. The foundation also provides support for Israel and select national organizations.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 77 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Revenue (2024):
- Total assets: $31 million
- Revenue: $2.59 million
- Expenses: $1.62 million
- Net income: $977,502
- Total liabilities: $7.29 million
Assets & Revenue (2023):
- Total assets: $31.6 million
- Total giving: $2.7 million
- Giving rate: 8.6% of assets
The foundation maintains a giving rate of approximately 8.6% of its assets annually.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $30,956,435 | $31,571,173 | $31,420,636 |
| Revenue | $2,593,570 | $-331,272 | $1,954,156 |
| Expenses | $1,616,068 | $1,909,037 | $1,953,459 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $3,002,229 | $3,169,488 | $3,599,030 |
| Net Investment Income | $2,139,120 | $716,902 | $1,331,182 |
| Distributable Amount | $1,538,566 | $1,634,038 | $1,709,091 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
561 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Children's Hospital Los Angeles ($825,000 across 5 grants), Vista Del Mar ($501,000 across 5 grants), Holocaust Museum LA ($500,000 across 2 grants).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| HOLOCAUST MUSEUM LA Los Angeles, CA | TO SUPPORT THE HOLOCAUST MUSEUM LA WHICH CONTINUES ITS MISSION TO COMMEMORATE THOSE WHO PERISHED, HONOR THOSE WHO SURVIVED, EDUCATE ABOUT THE HOLOCAUST AND INSPIRE A MORE DIGNIFIED AND HUMANE WORLD. | $250,000 |
| HOLOCAUST MUSEUM LA Los Angeles, CA | TO SUPPORT THE HOLOCAUST MUSEUM LA WHICH CONTINUES ITS MISSION TO COMMEMORATE THOSE WHO PERISHED, HONOR THOSE WHO SURVIVED, EDUCATE ABOUT THE HOLOCAUST AND INSPIRE A MORE DIGNIFIED AND HUMANE WORLD. | $250,000 |
| CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL LOS ANGELES Los Angeles, CA | TO SUPPORT CHILDRENS HOSPITAL LOS ANGELES, A NOT-FOR-PROFIT PEDIATRIC HEALTH CARE ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO CREATING HOPE AND BUILDING HEALTHIER FUTURES FOR CHILDREN. | $200,000 |
| CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL LOS ANGELES Los Angeles, CA | TO SUPPORT CHILDRENS HOSPITAL LOS ANGELES, A NOT-FOR-PROFIT PEDIATRIC HEALTH CARE ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO CREATING HOPE AND BUILDING HEALTHIER FUTURES FOR CHILDREN. | $200,000 |
| CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL LOS ANGELES Los Angeles, CA | TO SUPPORT CHILDRENS HOSPITAL LOS ANGELES, A NOT-FOR-PROFIT PEDIATRIC HEALTH CARE ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO CREATING HOPE AND BUILDING HEALTHIER FUTURES FOR CHILDREN. | $200,000 |
| CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL LOS ANGELES Los Angeles, CA | TO SUPPORT CHILDRENS HOSPITAL LOS ANGELES, A NOT-FOR-PROFIT PEDIATRIC HEALTH CARE ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO CREATING HOPE AND BUILDING HEALTHIER FUTURES FOR CHILDREN. | $200,000 |
| VISTA DEL MAR Los Angeles, CA | TO SUPPORT VISTA DEL MAR WHICH PROVIDES A TRAUMA-RESPONSIVE CONTINUUM OF SERVICES TO EMPOWER CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILIES IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TO LEAD FULFILLING LIVES. | $125,000 |
| VISTA DEL MAR Los Angeles, CA | TO SUPPORT VISTA DEL MAR WHICH PROVIDES A TRAUMA-RESPONSIVE CONTINUUM OF SERVICES TO EMPOWER CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILIES IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TO LEAD FULFILLING LIVES. | $125,000 |
| VISTA DEL MAR Los Angeles, CA | TO SUPPORT VISTA DEL MAR WHICH PROVIDES A TRAUMA-RESPONSIVE CONTINUUM OF SERVICES TO EMPOWER CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILIES IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TO LEAD FULFILLING LIVES. | $125,000 |
| VISTA DEL MAR Los Angeles, CA | TO SUPPORT VISTA DEL MAR WHICH PROVIDES A TRAUMA-RESPONSIVE CONTINUUM OF SERVICES TO EMPOWER CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILIES IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TO LEAD FULFILLING LIVES. | $125,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation is led by family members including:
- Jill Black Zalben (Stanley's daughter)
- Janis Black Warner (Stanley's daughter)
- Zachary Zalben (grandson, serving as President)
- Additional family members serving as directors
Compensation Overview
No officer or director reported compensation in the available filings.
From 2024 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Black | Director | — | — |
| Jason Goldman | Director | — | — |
| Jill Black Zalben | Director | — | — |
| Zachary Zalben | President, Director | — | — |
| Victoria Zalben | Director | — | — |
| Bernhard Punzet | Chief Financial Officer | — | — |
| Danny Fisk | Secretary | — | — |
Contact Information
Address: 9665 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 200, Beverly Hills, CA 90212-2309
Phone: 310-278-5333
Website: No public website
Application Policy: Invitation-only; does not accept unsolicited applications
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Stanley & Joyce fund?
The foundation continues the philanthropic legacy of Joyce Black, who passed away in 2013 after a prolonged battle with cancer. The foundation's primary funding priorities include: • Healthcare, with particular emphasis on pediatric care • Jewish life and community • Homeless services • Veterans support • Education • Environmental beautification
How do I apply for a grant from The Stanley & Joyce?
The Stanley & Joyce Black Family Foundation operates through trustee-discretion grantmaking rather than formal grant programs. The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. **Grant Characteristics:** • Grant range: $500 to $250,000 • Median grant: $10,000 • Annual giving: Approximately $2.7 million (2023) • Number of grants: 78 grants in 2023; 106 grants in 2022 **Historical Impact:** Since its establishment, …
Where does The Stanley & Joyce make grants?
The foundation primarily supports organizations in Southern California, with particular focus on the Los Angeles area. The foundation also provides support for Israel and select national organizations.
What size grants does The Stanley & Joyce award?
In 2024, The Stanley & Joyce awarded 77 grants totaling $2.5M — an average of about $33K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is The Stanley & Joyce required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, The Stanley & Joyce reported a distributable amount of $1.5M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Stanley & Joyce's EIN?
The Stanley & Joyce's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-4259961. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Stanley & Joyce accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
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