The Ahmanson Foundation serves Los Angeles County by funding cultural projects in the arts and humanities, education at all levels, health care, programs related to homelessness and underserved populations as well as a wide range of human services. By supporting non-profit organizations that demonstrate sound fiscal management, efficient operation, and program integrity, the Foundation strives to enhance the quality of life and cultural legacy of the Los Angeles community.
The Ahmanson Foundation's philanthropic interests are in the following four areas:
- Arts and Humanities
- Education
- Health and Medicine
- Human Services
The types of capital support common to these areas include:
- Construction and renovation projects
- Equipment and furnishings
- Program vehicles
- Technology including infrastructure, hardware, and software
- Program supplies
- Requests for capital campaigns are considered after there is clear evidence that the goal of the campaign will be achieved (60 – 80% funded) and that it will be accomplished within a one-year period from the time a grant request has been submitted.
On occasion, the Foundation will consider program/operational support for those organizations that have a history of demonstrating to the Foundation established and outstanding programs. In order to be responsive to the many needs of the Los Angeles community, the Foundation prefers to consider requests that are one-time or short-term in nature. Organizations that do not submit requests on a regular or annual basis will receive preference.
The Ahmanson Foundation gave a total of $60.2 million in grants in 2022. Past awardees include: A Noise Within, A Place Called Home, AbilityFirst, Access Books, and the Agora Foundation. Previous grantees can be found at http://theahmansonfoundation.org/grants-search/