The KL Felicitas Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The KL Felicitas Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $289,444 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $172,000. 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$289,444
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$172,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was down from $297,000 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 | $297,000 | 8 | $7.5 million |
| 2024 | $289,444 | 7 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
The KL Felicitas 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The KL Felicitas Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Hawaii. It also paid $185,994 in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 2 | $33,450 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gemeinnutziger Verein | General support | $172,000 |
| Hawaii Investment Ready | General support | $50,000 |
| Toniic Institute | General support | $25,000 |
| Rockefeller Philanthropy | General support | $20,000 |
| Dr Schwarz Foundation | General support | $10,994 |
| McE Social Capital | General support | $8,450 |
| Dr Sinbad | General support | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lisa Kleissner
- Alex Kleissner
- Andrea Kleissner
- Karl Kleissner
Questions people ask
Does The KL Felicitas Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The KL Felicitas Foundation give?
$289,444 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The KL Felicitas Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lisa Kleissner (President), Alex Kleissner (Vice President), Andrea Kleissner (Treasurer) and Karl Kleissner (Secretary).
What does The KL Felicitas Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.