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This program supports organizations that excel in the education and performance of classical music (works composed in the 17th to early 20th century). Funding typically takes the form of multi-year general operating support, scholarship support for educational institutions, and program support for performances. The foundation follows a specific schedule of four annual board meetings with accompanying application submission windows.
Colburn Music Fund is a private corporation based in LOS ANGELES, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2000. The principal officer is % Layne B Pinkernell. It holds total assets of $177.9M. Annual income is reported at $9.8M. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to available records, Colburn Music Fund has made 6 grants totaling $25.6M, with a median grant of $4.1M. Annual giving has decreased from $16.4M in 2022 to $9.2M in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $162 to $9.2M, with an average award of $4.3M. The foundation has supported 3 unique organizations. Grant recipients are concentrated in California. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Colburn Music Fund primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 6 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA.
Colburn Music Fund has distributed a total of $25.6M across 6 grants. The median grant size is $4.1M, with an average of $4.3M. Individual grants have ranged from $162 to $9.2M.
Colburn Music Fund typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Colburn Music Fund is headquartered in LOS ANGELES, CA.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Colburn | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Carol C Grigor | Chairman | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Layne Pinkernell | SECRETARY/TREAS | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| David D Colburn | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Catherine Hogel | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total Giving
$9.5M
Total Assets
$163M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$162.1M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
$0
Net Investment Income
$484K
Distribution Amount
$8.1M
Total Grants
6
Total Giving
$25.6M
Average Grant
$4.3M
Median Grant
$4.1M
Unique Recipients
3
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Colburn SchoolCLASSICAL MUSICEDUCATION SUPPORT | Los Angeles, CA | $9.2M | 2023 |
| Pass-Through Contributions From K-1PARTNERSHIP CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS | Los Angeles, CA | $440 | 2023 |
| Non-Unitary Partnership Charitable ContributionsPARTNERSHIP CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS | Los Angeles, CA | $162 | 2022 |
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