Whitney Young Childrens Foundation

What they fund

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Funding pattern

What this funder pays for, at what size, and how to position adjacent work. Read from their filings, with every number checked against the record.

3 grants matching “prior” · $30,000

• $15,000

  The Posse Foundation Los Angeles · Los Angeles, CA · 2024

  This grant supported the pre-collegiate training (pct) program, an 8-month series of weekly workshops and summer retreats for newly selected posse scholars prior to matriculating. Workshops focus on writing , financial … read allThis grant supported the pre-collegiate training (pct) program, an 8-month series of weekly workshops and summer retreats for newly selected posse scholars prior to matriculating. Workshops focus on writing , financial literacy, resume writing, leadership and becoming an active agent of change, and cross-cultural communication. less
• $10,000

  The Posse Foundation Los Angeles · Los Angeles, CA · 2023

  This $10,000 supported the pre-collegiate training (pct) program, an 8-month series of weekly workshops and summer retreats for newly selected posse scholars prior to matriculating. Workshops focus on writing , financia… read allThis $10,000 supported the pre-collegiate training (pct) program, an 8-month series of weekly workshops and summer retreats for newly selected posse scholars prior to matriculating. Workshops focus on writing , financial literacy, resume writing, leadership and becoming an active agent of change, and cross-cultural communication. less
• $5,000

  Posse Foundation Los Angeles the · Los Angeles, CA · 2022

  This $5000 grant supports the pre-collegiate training (pct) program, a 6-month series of weekly workshops for newly selected posse scholars prior to matriculating. Workshops focus on writing workshops, financial literac… read allThis $5000 grant supports the pre-collegiate training (pct) program, a 6-month series of weekly workshops for newly selected posse scholars prior to matriculating. Workshops focus on writing workshops, financial literacy workshops, resume workshops and cross-cultural communication workshop."" less

Top recipients

Repeat recipients are the strongest signal of whether a funder has an open door or quietly re-funds the same organizations.

• Children'S Hospital Los Angeles3 grants · $54,000
• Aquarium of the Pacific3 grants · $30,000
• The Posse Foundation Los Angeles2 grants · $25,000
• Red Star Riders3 grants · $22,500
• National Charity League Pennisula Chapter2 grants · $20,000
• Las Floristas3 grants · $16,800
• Sharefest Community Development3 grants · $15,000
• South Bay Families Connected3 grants · $15,000
• Harbor Interfaith Services2 grants · $15,000
• My Friend'S Place3 grants · $15,000

Giving over time

Grant history

All 80 reported grants, largest first.

• $20,250

  Children'S Hospital Los Angeles · Los Angeles, CA · 2023

  Wycf issued a $15,000 challenge grant to members of the peninsula committee children's hospital to donate money for the purchase of books for the "literally healing" program, which provides new books for chla patients a… read allWycf issued a $15,000 challenge grant to members of the peninsula committee children's hospital to donate money for the purchase of books for the "literally healing" program, which provides new books for chla patients and siblings. Pcch and 2 pvpusd elementary schools exceeded the challenge, donating $20,250 and wycf matched that for a total of $40,500.00. less
• $17,500

  Children'S Hospital Los Angeles · Los Angeles, CA · 2022

  Wycf donated money for the purchase of books for the ""literally healing"" program at chla, which provides new books for patients and siblings.

• $16,250

  Children'S Hospital Los Angeles · Los Angeles, CA · 2024

  Wycf issued a $15,000 challenge grant to members of the peninsula committee children's hospital to donate money for the purchase of books for the "literally healing" program, which provides new books for chla patients a… read allWycf issued a $15,000 challenge grant to members of the peninsula committee children's hospital to donate money for the purchase of books for the "literally healing" program, which provides new books for chla patients and siblings. Pcch and silver spur elementary school exceeded the challenge, donating $16,250 and wycf matched that amount. less
• $15,000

  The Posse Foundation Los Angeles · Los Angeles, CA · 2024

  This grant supported the pre-collegiate training (pct) program, an 8-month series of weekly workshops and summer retreats for newly selected posse scholars prior to matriculating. Workshops focus on writing , financial … read allThis grant supported the pre-collegiate training (pct) program, an 8-month series of weekly workshops and summer retreats for newly selected posse scholars prior to matriculating. Workshops focus on writing , financial literacy, resume writing, leadership and becoming an active agent of change, and cross-cultural communication. less
• $10,000

  Aquarium of the Pacific · Long Beach, CA · 2024

  This grant will support the ocean science education program via scholarships for field trips to aop for title 1 schools educator led classroom programs.

• $10,000

  National Charity League Pennisula Chapter · Irvine, CA · 2024

  This grant will fund two college scholarships for high school grads & five continuing scholarships for college students, all of whom have demonstrated academic success & great financial aid.

• $10,000

  Aquarium of the Pacific · Long Beach, CA · 2023

  This $10,000 grant will enable the ocean science education program to educate future scientists via mobile education classroom visits to title 1 schools and scholarships for field trips to aop.

• $10,000

  National Charity League Pennisula Chapter · Irvine, CA · 2023

  This $10,000 grant will fund 2 college scholarships for high school grads & 6 continuing scholarships for college students, all of whom have demonstrated academic success & great financial aid.

• $10,000

  The Posse Foundation Los Angeles · Los Angeles, CA · 2023

  This $10,000 supported the pre-collegiate training (pct) program, an 8-month series of weekly workshops and summer retreats for newly selected posse scholars prior to matriculating. Workshops focus on writing , financia… read allThis $10,000 supported the pre-collegiate training (pct) program, an 8-month series of weekly workshops and summer retreats for newly selected posse scholars prior to matriculating. Workshops focus on writing , financial literacy, resume writing, leadership and becoming an active agent of change, and cross-cultural communication. less
• $10,000

  Aquarium of the Pacific · Long Beach, CA · 2022

  This grant will support the ocean science education program to inspire the next generation of scientists and environmental advocates, via new high tech classrooms on site and a mobile education classroom to visit title … read allThis grant will support the ocean science education program to inspire the next generation of scientists and environmental advocates, via new high tech classrooms on site and a mobile education classroom to visit title 1 schools. less
• $10,000

  National Charity League - Peninsula Chapter · Palos Verdes Estates, CA · 2022

  This $10,000 grant will fund 2 college scholarship for high school graduates and 6 continuing scholarships for college students, all of whom have demonstrated academic success and great financial need.

• $7,500

  Harbor Interfaith Services · San Pedro, CA · 2024

  This grant will support the food pantry which provides holiday food baskets, as well as emergency supplies of groceries, donated clothing and personal hygiene items.

• $7,500

  Red Star Riders · Camarillo, CA · 2024

  This will be used for specialized adaptive tricycles and bicycles for kids who face physical limitations and health obstacles. The bikes develop strength and confidence and promote inclusion.

• $7,500

  Harbor Interfaith Services · San Pedro, CA · 2023

  This $7,500 grant will support the kids club for school age youth, which educates the kids while parents are being trained and/or employed. Funds will be used as needed to hire staff, buy computers, learning and enrichm… read allThis $7,500 grant will support the kids club for school age youth, which educates the kids while parents are being trained and/or employed. Funds will be used as needed to hire staff, buy computers, learning and enrichment materials. less
• $7,500

  Red Star Riders · Camarillo, CA · 2023

  This $7,500 will be used for specialized adaptive tricycles and bicycles for kids who face physical limitations and health obstacles. The bikes develop strength and confidence and promote inclusion.

• $7,500

  Harbor Interfaith Services · San Pedro, CA · 2022

  This 7,500 grant will support the his kids club for school age youth while parents are being trained and/or employed. Funds will be used to hire staff, buy computers, learning and enrichment materials.

• $7,500

  Red Star Riders · Camarillo, CA · 2022

  This $7500 grant will be used for specialized adaptive tricycles (and to recycle bikes during supply issues) for kids who face physical limitations and health obstacles. The bikes develop strength and confidence and pro… read allThis $7500 grant will be used for specialized adaptive tricycles (and to recycle bikes during supply issues) for kids who face physical limitations and health obstacles. The bikes develop strength and confidence and promote inclusion. less
• $6,800

  Las Floristas · Whittier, CA · 2024

  This grant will fund: 1) adolescent support group which meets in person monthly, allowing discharged patients and their families to continue the rehab process. And share coping strategies and resources, 2) occupational … read allThis grant will fund: 1) adolescent support group which meets in person monthly, allowing discharged patients and their families to continue the rehab process. And share coping strategies and resources, 2) occupational therapy "helping hands heal program" to fund six neurtransmitters and wrist orthotics for young patients. less
• $5,000

  Kat6 Foundation · West Nyack, NY · 2024

  This grant will fund vital research and family support initiatives for children living with kat6, a rare syndrome resulting from a mutation in the kat6 gene.

• $5,000

  Manes for Movement · Torrance, CA · 2024

  This grant will provide equine assisted therapies and activities to children and adults with special needs in the south bay community.

• $5,000

  Momentum Pediatric Therapy Network · Torrance, CA · 2024

  This grant will sponsor two week sessions of camp escapades the summer camp for children with disabilities and assist in training the teen volunteers who are crucial to camp succes.

• $5,000

  My Friend'S Place · Hollywood, CA · 2024

  This grant will help youth experiencing homelessness move toward wellness, stability and self-sufficiency, by providing meals, clothing, emergency medical care and assessment, as well as case management services and hou… read allThis grant will help youth experiencing homelessness move toward wellness, stability and self-sufficiency, by providing meals, clothing, emergency medical care and assessment, as well as case management services and housing support. less
• $5,000

  Palos Verdes Performing Arts Education Department · Rolling Hills Estates, CA · 2024

  This grant will support the continuation and expansion of the "ready, willing and able" class for special need students, as well as to provide class scholarships for needy students at the pvpa.

• $5,000

  Partners for Pediatric Vision · Long Beach, CA · 2024

  This grant will help to increase the number of children with visual impairment (birth to 18) who receive quality, affordable vision care, along with education and support for their families in communities of highest nee… read allThis grant will help to increase the number of children with visual impairment (birth to 18) who receive quality, affordable vision care, along with education and support for their families in communities of highest need. less
• $5,000

  Peninsula Committee Los Angeles Philharmonic · Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA · 2024

  This grant will support the angel fund to help music specialists on the pv peninsula enhance their middle and high school youth music programs.

• $5,000

  Providence Little Company of Mary Foundation · Torrance, CA · 2024

  This grant will fund teddy bears for pediatric patients and their families as ewll as kids in the emergency department. Such bears will mitigate anxiety and evoke feelings of safety, security and comfort.

• $5,000

  Rainbow Services · San Pedro, CA · 2024

  This grant will support the growing prevention education program in middle and high schools aimed at early intervention of teen dating violence and instilling healthy relationship habits to last through their adult live… read allThis grant will support the growing prevention education program in middle and high schools aimed at early intervention of teen dating violence and instilling healthy relationship habits to last through their adult lives. less
• $5,000

  Sharefest Community Development · San Pedro, CA · 2024

  This grant supports the workforce development program designed to provide job placement, apprenticeship match or enrollment in a career technical education program.

• $5,000

  South Bay Families Connected · Manhattan Beach, CA · 2024

  This grant supports education of k - 12 students in 115 south bay schools regarding mental health and suicide prevention, and fentanyl dangers.

• $5,000

  The Los Angeles Challenge · Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA · 2024

  This grant provided scholarships for economically disadvantaged children from the greater los angeles area so that they can experience a private -school education and the goal of promoting educational achievement in an … read allThis grant provided scholarships for economically disadvantaged children from the greater los angeles area so that they can experience a private -school education and the goal of promoting educational achievement in an optimal school environment. less
• $5,000

  The Sunshine Kids Foundation · Rolling Hills Estates, CA · 2024

  This grant enhanced the quality of life for children with cancer by providing them with positive group experiences so that they can continue to play, dream and achieve.

• $5,000

  The Volunteer Center · Torrance, CA · 2024

  This $5,000 grant supported the impacy makers programs focused on increasing empathy and resilience among teens, while using volunteer service as the means of imparting these lifetime gifts and knowledge about mental he… read allThis $5,000 grant supported the impacy makers programs focused on increasing empathy and resilience among teens, while using volunteer service as the means of imparting these lifetime gifts and knowledge about mental health. less
• $5,000

  We Are Brave Together · Rancho Palos Verdes, CA · 2024

  This $5000 donation supported the we are brave together retreat expenses, (ie housing costs, speaker fees, scholarships) for mothers of special needs children who experience a weekend of education and respect.

• $5,000

  Kat6 Foundation · West Nyack, NY · 2023

  This $5000 grant will fund vital research and family support initiatives for children living with kat6, a rare syndrome resulting from a mutation in the kat6 gene.

• $5,000

  Las Floristas · Whittier, CA · 2023

  This $5000 grant supports the "making ends meet" program, which is designed to help pediatric patients and their families in terms of food insecurity and transportation costs related to inpatient and outpatient appointm… read allThis $5000 grant supports the "making ends meet" program, which is designed to help pediatric patients and their families in terms of food insecurity and transportation costs related to inpatient and outpatient appointments at rancho los amigos. less
• $5,000

  Manes for Movement · Torrance, CA · 2023

  This $5,000 grant will provide equine assisted therapies and activities to children and adults with special needs in the south bay community.

• $5,000

  Momentum Pediatric Therapy Network · Torrance, CA · 2023

  "this $5,000 grant will sponsor camp escapades activities which provide for sensory experiences, dance, sports, fine motor skill development, games and water play for children with disabilities and medical conditions."

• $5,000

  My Friend'S Place · Hollywood, CA · 2023

  This $5,000 grant will help youth experiencing homelessness move toward wellness, stability and self-sufficiency, by providing meals, clothing, emergency medical care and assessment, as well as case management services … read allThis $5,000 grant will help youth experiencing homelessness move toward wellness, stability and self-sufficiency, by providing meals, clothing, emergency medical care and assessment, as well as case management services and housing support. less
• $5,000

  Palos Verdes Performing Arts Education Department · Rolling Hills Estates, CA · 2023

  This $5,000 grant is to assist with the continuation and expansion of the "ready, willing and able" class for special need students, as well as to provide class scholarships for needy students at the pvpa.

• $5,000

  Partners for Pediatric Vision · Long Beach, CA · 2023

  This $5,000 grant will help to increase the number of children with visual impairment (birth to 18) who receive quality, affordable vision care, along with education and support for their families in communities of high… read allThis $5,000 grant will help to increase the number of children with visual impairment (birth to 18) who receive quality, affordable vision care, along with education and support for their families in communities of highest need. less
• $5,000

  Peninsula Committee Los Angeles Philharmonic · Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA · 2023

  This $5,000 grant will support the angel fund to help music specialists on the pv peninsula enhance their music programs via the purchase of music scores, new instruments, instrument repair, etc.

• $5,000

  Providence Little Company of Mary Foundation · Torrance, CA · 2023

  This $5,000 grant will provide entertainment options for patients and families in the pediatric unit at the little company of mary medical center torrance.

• $5,000

  Rainbow Services · San Pedro, CA · 2023

  This $5,000 grant will support the growing prevention education program in middle and high schools aimed at early intervention of teen dating violence and instilling healthy relationship habits to last through their adu… read allThis $5,000 grant will support the growing prevention education program in middle and high schools aimed at early intervention of teen dating violence and instilling healthy relationship habits to last through their adult lives. less
• $5,000

  Sharefest Community Development · San Pedro, CA · 2023

  This $5,000 grant will support the workforce development program designed to provide job placement, apprenticeship match or enrollment in a career technical education program.

• $5,000

  South Bay Families Connected · Manhattan Beach, CA · 2023

  This $5,000 grant supports education of k-12 students in 115 south bay schools regarding mental health, suicide prevention, and fentanyl dangers.

• $5,000

  The Los Angeles Challenge · Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA · 2023

  This $5,000 grant provided scholarships for economically disadvantaged children from the greater los angeles area so that they can experience a private -school education and the goal of promoting educational achievement… read allThis $5,000 grant provided scholarships for economically disadvantaged children from the greater los angeles area so that they can experience a private -school education and the goal of promoting educational achievement in an optimal school environment. less
• $5,000

  The Sunshine Kids Foundation · Rolling Hills Estates, CA · 2023

  This $5,000 grant enhanced the quality of life for children with cancer by providing them with positive group experiences so that they can continue to play, dream and achieve.

• $5,000

  The Volunteer Center · Torrance, CA · 2023

  This $5,000 grant supported programs focused on increasing empathy and resilience among teens, while using volunteer service as the means of imparting these lifetime gifts and knowledge about mental health.

• $5,000

  We Are Brave Together · Rancho Palos Verdes, CA · 2023

  This $5,000 donation supported the we are brave together retreat expenses (i.e., housing costs, speaker fees, scholarships) for mothers of special needs children; a weekend of rest, respite and education.

• $5,000

  Kat6a Foundation · West Nyack, NY · 2022

  This 5,000 grant will fund vital research needed to find treatments for children living with kat6a, a rare syndrome resulting from a mutation in the kat6a gene.

• $5,000

  Las Floristas · Whittier, CA · 2022

  This $5000 grant will support the pediatric art program for both inpatient and outpatients as they develop artistic skills and expression.

• $5,000

  Los Angeles Challenge the · Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA · 2022

  This $5000 grant will assist with scholarships for economically disadvantaged children from the greater los angeles area so that they can experience a private -school education and the goal of promoting educational achi… read allThis $5000 grant will assist with scholarships for economically disadvantaged children from the greater los angeles area so that they can experience a private -school education and the goal of promoting educational achievement in an optimal school environment. less
• $5,000

  Manes for Movement · Torrance, CA · 2022

  This $5000 grant will provide equine assisted therapies and activities to children and adults with special needs in the south bay community.

• $5,000

  My Friend'S Place · Hollywood, CA · 2022

  This $5000 grant will help youth experiencing homelessness move toward wellness, stability and self-sufficiency, by providing meals, clothing, emergency medical care and assessment, as well as case management services a… read allThis $5000 grant will help youth experiencing homelessness move toward wellness, stability and self-sufficiency, by providing meals, clothing, emergency medical care and assessment, as well as case management services and housing support. less
• $5,000

  Palos Verdes Performing Arts Education Dept · Rolling Hills Estates, CA · 2022

  This $5000 grant is to assist with the continuation and expansion of the ""ready, willing and able"" class for special need students, as well as to provide class scholarships for needy students at the pvpa.

• $5,000

  Partners for Pediatric Vision · Los Angeles, CA · 2022

  This $5000 grant will ensure children with visual impairment and their families receive quality, affordable vison care and education even during the time of covid-19, which may require video chat, youtube, environmental… read allThis $5000 grant will ensure children with visual impairment and their families receive quality, affordable vison care and education even during the time of covid-19, which may require video chat, youtube, environmental adaptations, telehealth visits, magnifiers, telescopes. less
• $5,000

  Peninsula Committee Los Angeles Philharmonic · Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA · 2022

  This $5000 grant will support the angel fund to help music specialists on the pv peninsula enhance their music programs via the purchase of music scores, new instruments, instrument repair, etc.

• $5,000

  Posse Foundation Los Angeles the · Los Angeles, CA · 2022

  This $5000 grant supports the pre-collegiate training (pct) program, a 6-month series of weekly workshops for newly selected posse scholars prior to matriculating. Workshops focus on writing workshops, financial literac… read allThis $5000 grant supports the pre-collegiate training (pct) program, a 6-month series of weekly workshops for newly selected posse scholars prior to matriculating. Workshops focus on writing workshops, financial literacy workshops, resume workshops and cross-cultural communication workshop."" less
• $5,000

  Providence Little Company of Mary · Torrance, CA · 2022

  This $5000 grant will provide infant cpr kits to educate nicu/pediatric patients at discharge. These kits provide parents with own cpr doll so safe during covid.

• $5,000

  Rainbow Services · San Pedro, CA · 2022

  This $5000 grant will fund enrichment experiences and activities for kids living in the shelters, as well as items for the new school to be offered at the shelter.

• $5,000

  Sharefest Community Development · San Pedro, CA · 2022

  This $5000 grant supports the workforce development program designed to provide job placement, apprenticeship match or enrollment in a career technical education program.

• $5,000

  South Bay Families Connected · Manhattan Beach, CA · 2022

  This $5000 grant is directed to mental health and suicide prevention of k-12 students in the south bay.

• $5,000

  Sunshine Kids Foundation the · Torrance, CA · 2022

  This $5000 grant will enhance the quality of life for children with cancer by providing them with positive group experiences so that they can continue to play, dream and achieve.

• $5,000

  Volunteer Center the · Torrance, CA · 2022

  This $5000 grant will support youth programs focused on increasing empathy and resilience while using volunteer service as the means of imparting these lifetime gifts .

• $5,000

  We Are Brave Together · Rancho Palos Verdes, CA · 2022

  This $5000 donation will support the we are brave together podcast and virtual support groups, workshops and retreats for mothers of special needs children so they know and believe they are not alone.

• $4,000

  Pediatric Therapy Network · Torrance, CA · 2022

  This $4000 grant will sponsor club sensational and the augmentative alternative communication (aac) camp experience

• $2,500

  Peninsula Committee Children'S Hospital · Palos Verdes Estates, CA · 2024

  This grant will support two associates chairs at children's hospital los angeles: pulmonology and sleep medicine, and opthamology.

• $2,500

  Peninsula Committee Children'S Hospital · Palos Verdes Estates, CA · 2023

  This $2,500 grant will support two endowments at children's hospital los angeles that benefit endocrinology and transplant surgery patients.

• $2,500

  A Sense of Home · Hawthorne, CA · 2022

  This 2,500 grant will be used to prevent homelessness by creating first-ever homes for youth (18 and older) who aged out of foster care with donated furniture and home goods.

• $2,500

  Comfort Zone Camp · Richmond, VA · 2022

  This donation will provide programming and scholarships for ca children who have lost a parent or sibling. The goal is to grieve and heal together in a fun and safe place, while attending camps (in person or virtually) … read allThis donation will provide programming and scholarships for ca children who have lost a parent or sibling. The goal is to grieve and heal together in a fun and safe place, while attending camps (in person or virtually) with other grieving children. less
• $2,500

  Peninsula Committee Children'S Hospital · Palos Verdes Estates, CA · 2022

  This $2,500 grant will support two endowments at children's hospital los angeles that benefit endocrinology and transplant surgery child patients.

• $2,000

  Mothers Against Drunk Driving (Madd) · Westminster, CA · 2024

  This donation to madd will support educational efforts regarding the dangers of drinking and driving and serve the victims of this violent crime.

• $2,000

  National Multiple Sclerosis Society · Los Angeles, CA · 2024

  This grant will support the work of the 12 pediatric ms centers which provide comprehensive evaluation and care to children (up to age 18) with ms and related disorders.

• $2,000

  Ronald McDonald House of Long Beach · Long Beach, CA · 2024

  This gift supported the 2024 walk for kids and rmh efforts to provide a "home-away-from -home" for ill children and their parents.

• $2,000

  Mothers Against Drunk Driving (Madd) · Westminster, CA · 2023

  This $2,000 donation to madd will support educational efforts regarding the dangers of drinking and driving and serve the victims of this violent crime.

• $2,000

  National Multiple Sclerosis Society · Los Angeles, CA · 2023

  This $2,000 grant will support the work of the 12 pediatric ms centers which provide comprehensive evaluation and care to children (up to age 18) with ms and related disorders.

• $2,000

  Ronald McDonald House of Long Beach · Long Beach, CA · 2023

  This $2,000 gift supported the 2023 walk for kids and rmh efforts to provide a "home-away-from -home" for ill children and their parents.

• $2,000

  Mothers Against Drunk Driving · Whittier, CA · 2022

  This $2000 donation to walk like madd will support educational efforts regarding the dangers of drinking and driving and serve the victims of this violent crime.

• $2,000

  National Multiple Sclerosis Society · Los Angeles, CA · 2022

  This $2000 grant will support the work of the 12 pediatric ms centers which provide comprehensive evaluation and care to children (up to age 18) with ms and related disorders.

• $2,000

  Ronald McDonald House of Long Beach · Long Beach, CA · 2022

  This $2,000 gift will support the 2021 walk for kids and rmh efforts to provide a ""home-away-from -home"" for ill children and their parents.

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