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Guess Foundation is a private corporation based in LOS ANGELES, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1995. The principal officer is Marc E Petas Esq. It holds total assets of $106K. Annual income is reported at $506K. Total assets have decreased from $1.1M in 2011 to $210K in 2023. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in California, New York and Colorado. According to available records, Guess Foundation has made 95 grants totaling $3.4M, with a median grant of $20K. Annual giving has decreased from $1.3M in 2020 to $993K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $800K, with an average award of $36K. The foundation has supported 58 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in California, New York, Maryland, which account for 85% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 10 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$25K
Average Grant
$67K
Largest Grant
$800K
Based on 20 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Guess Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 95 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, NY, MD.
Guess Foundation has distributed a total of $3.4M across 95 grants. The median grant size is $20K, with an average of $36K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $800K.
Guess Foundation is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (954500475) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Guess Foundation is headquartered in LOS ANGELES, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 10 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maurice Marciano | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Paul Marciano | President | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Fabrice Benarouche | CFO & Treasurer | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Susan Tenney | Secretary | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$996K
Total Assets
$210K
Fair Market Value
$210K
Net Worth
$210K
Grants Paid
$993K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$26K
Distribution Amount
$32K
Total Grants
95
Total Giving
$3.4M
Average Grant
$36K
Median Grant
$20K
Unique Recipients
58
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friends Of United Hatzalahto support 2023 charity. | New York, NY | $250K | 2023 |
| Independent Curators InternationalTo support Bali Contemporary Curator & Artist Exhibition. | New York City, NY | $75K | 2023 |
| The World StageTo support 2023 charity. | Los Angeles, CA | $60K | 2023 |
| Philanthropic Ventures FoundationTo support 2023 charity. | Oakland, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Gyrl Wonder IncTo suport 2023 charity. | Carrsville, VA | $50K | 2023 |
| Rxart IncTo support Vol9 Coloring Book Sponsorship. | New York, NY | $50K | 2023 |
| Crenshaw Subway CoalitionTo support Umoja Center: Mutual Aid & Meal Giveaway. | Los Angeles, CA | $40K | 2023 |
| Violence Intervention ProgramTo support 2023 charity. | Los Angeles, CA | $35K | 2023 |
| Fidm Scholarship Foundation Incto support Tuition for Guess Scholars Winner. | Los Angeles, CA | $30K | 2023 |
| Children'S Hospital Los AngelesTo support Make March Matter campaign. | Los Angeles, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| North East Trees IncTo support 2023 charity. | Los Angeles, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Trauma Resource Institute IncTo support Trauma Resources for Israel. | Claremount, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Habitat For Humanity Of Greater LaTo support Playhouse build 2023. | Belflower, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Kiss The GroundTo support 2023 charity. | Los Angeles, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Children'S Diabetes FoundationTo support Carousel of Hope Ball. | Aurora, CO | $25K | 2023 |
| Tourette Association Of AmericaTo support Abilities Gala. | Bayside, NY | $25K | 2023 |
| Pushing For PinkTo support 2023 Donation to Meals on Pink Wheels Program - Breast Cancer Awareness Month. | Los Angeles, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Joe Torre Safe At Home FoundationTo support 2023 charity. | New York, NY | $20K | 2023 |
| Tower Cancer Research FoundationTo support 2023 charity. | Beverly Hills, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| One Tree Planted IncTo support 2023 charity. | Shelburne, VT | $13K | 2023 |
| Homeboy IndustriesTo support Lo Maximo 2023 mental health programming. | Los Angeles, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Los Angeles Lgbt CenterTo support Earth Month Donation. | Los Angeles, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Beverly Hills Police Officer'S BeneDonation to support Beverly Hills Police Gala 2023. | Beverly Hills, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Project Angele FoodTo support AngelAwards Gala donation. | Los Angeles, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Project Healthy Mind CorporationTo support PHM Inaugural Gala. | Kansas City, MO | $10K | 2023 |
| The Ed Asner Family CenterTo support Concert Fundraiser. | Studio City, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| The Trevor Project IncTo support 2023 Pride Donation. | West Hollywood, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Step Up On Second Street IncTo support Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Grand Opening. | Santa Monica, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Ssg-ApctcTo support Mental Health Awareness & AAPI Heritage Month. | Los Angeles, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Project Healthy MindsTo support 2023 charity. | Los Gatos, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Chp 11-99 FoundationTo Support Bob Weinberg Golf Tour & Evening Celebration Fundraiser. | Costa Mesa, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| World Stage Performance GalleryTo support 2022 charity. | Los Angeles, CA | $58K | 2022 |
| National Black Child Development Into support 2022 charity. | Silver Spring, MD | $18K | 2022 |
| Black Girls SmileDonation to Therapy Assistance Program. | Atlanta, GA | $18K | 2022 |
| Ron Finley ProjectTo support 2022 Donation for Earth Month. | Los Angeles, CA | $10K | 2022 |
| Nature Conservancy IncTo suport 2022 Donation for Earth Month. | Arlington, VA | $10K | 2022 |
| El Nido Family CentersTo support 2022 Garden Gala Sponsorship. | Los Angeles, CA | $10K | 2022 |
| Children'S Burn FoundationTo support 2022 charity. | Sherman Oaks, CA | $6K | 2022 |
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