The J Paul Getty Trust
Los Angeles, California · EIN 951790021 · Private foundation
Based in Los Angeles, California, The J Paul Getty Trust has awarded $89.0M across 2,606 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2023. Its largest grant on record went to California Community Foundation. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What The J Paul Getty Trust funds
The J Paul Getty Trust's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, education, environment & conservation, higher education, libraries & literacy.
Populations it has supported include black communities, hispanic communities.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Community Foundation Trust Grants: 2006 - present | Los Angeles, CA | $5.0M | 2020 |
| Destination Crenshaw SPECIAL PROJECTS | Los Angeles, CA | $2.5M | 2022 |
| National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States KEEPING IT MODERN | Washington, DC | $1.6M | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from The J Paul Getty Trust
From The J Paul Getty Trust's IRS Form 990-PF, on how it handles applications:
Verify the current process on the foundation's own materials before sending anything. You can review the foundation directly at getty.edu.
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Frequently asked questions about The J Paul Getty Trust
- Does The J Paul Getty Trust accept grant applications?
- Yes — The J Paul Getty Trust's IRS filing describes an application process. Confirm the current details directly with the foundation before applying.
- What does The J Paul Getty Trust fund?
- The J Paul Getty Trust's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include California Community Foundation, Destination Crenshaw, National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The J Paul Getty Trust give in grants?
- The J Paul Getty Trust's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $29.1M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $89.0M over 2,606 grants.
- Where is The J Paul Getty Trust located?
- The J Paul Getty Trust is based in Los Angeles, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 951790021.
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