The Ahmanson Foundation funds capital projects that strengthen Los Angeles County nonprofits in arts, education, health, and human services, with a focus on infrastructure and capacity-building.
Funder: Ahmanson Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (LOIs and proposals accepted year-round)
Funding Amounts: Typically supports one-time or short-term capital projects; award sizes vary by project scope.
Summary: Grants for capital and select operational projects in arts, education, health, and human services for Los Angeles County nonprofits.
Key Information: Only 501(c)(3) public charities based in and serving Los Angeles County are eligible.
The Ahmanson Foundation provides grants to 501(c)(3) public charity organizations located in and serving Los Angeles County. Funding focuses on projects in the areas of Arts and Humanities, Education, Health and Medicine, and Human Services. The Foundation primarily supports capital projects—such as construction, renovation, equipment, furnishings, technology, and program vehicles—but may occasionally provide program or operational support to organizations with a strong track record of excellence. Preference is given to one-time or short-term requests from organizations that do not apply on a regular basis.