The Foundation makes grants in four program areas: civic and cultural, education, health, and human services.

The Parsons Foundation values transparency and responsiveness in our grant application process. Our review process is rigorous, and we strive to be accessible and helpful at every stage.

Thank you for your interest in The Ralph M. Parsons Foundation, and for the work you do to improve the lives of Los Angeles County residents. We want to help you do your very best work.

We answer questions about the application process, our funding criteria and the types of support we offer, and questions regarding grant reporting. 

You may access information about grants made by the Foundation in the last three years in our searchable grants database.

Final reports provide a meaningful opportunity for reflection about the use of grant funds.