Elkind Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Elkind Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palo Alto, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $679,682 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $653,919. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$679,682
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$653,919
- Assets$0
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $62,985 the year before.
71% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $62,985 | 51 | $881,069 |
| 2024 | $679,682 | 9 | $0 |
How to apply
Elkind Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Elkind Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 3 | $672,457 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $5,000 |
| California | 2 | $2,200 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable | Contribute to our donor advised fund to provide more effective support for public charities | $653,919 |
| Fidelity Charitable | Contribute to our donor advised fund to provide more effective support for public charities | $18,000 |
| American Independent Foundation | Support investigative journalism | $3,000 |
| Environmental Volunteers | Environmental education for school children | $2,000 |
| Voter Participation Center | Helping voters register and get to the polls | $1,000 |
| Our American Future Foundation | Educate the public to become more engaged citizens | $1,000 |
| Fidelity Charitable | Final Contribution of remaining cash after wind up expenses to be credited to DAF | $538 |
| NRDC | Environmental advocacy | $200 |
| Running Strong | Support for native American youth | $25 |
Officers and trustees
- Jerome I Elkind
- Linda V Elkind
Questions people ask
Does Elkind Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Elkind Family Foundation give?
$679,682 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Elkind Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jerome I Elkind (President) and Linda V Elkind (Sec Treas).
What does Elkind Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and youth programs.