Kesselman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kesselman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lakewood, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $72,555 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $7,500. 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$72,555
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was up from $63,300 the year before.
23% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $63,300 | 26 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $72,555 | 22 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Kesselman 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 Kesselman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 12 | $37,965 |
| Illinois | 2 | $12,215 |
| New York | 4 | $10,250 |
| California | 1 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $4,125 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jerome Kesselman Endowed Scholarshi | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Fern Kesselman Endowed Scholarshi | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Charitable | $6,250 |
| International Fellowship of Christi and Jews | Charitable | $6,215 |
| The Trevor Project | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Feeding America | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Cu Foundation Boulder Financial Aid Endowment Fund | Charitable | $3,215 |
| Georgetown University Fund for Undergraduate Scholarships | Charitable | $3,125 |
| The Action Center | Charitable | $3,125 |
| The Family Tree | Charitable | $3,125 |
| Denver Rescue Mission | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Mile High United Way | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Afs-Usa National Develop Office | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Colorado Academy | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Geneva Glen Camp | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Harvard Medical School Alumni Affairs and Development | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Asia Initiatives | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Colorado Public Radio | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Cornell University Fund for Enginee | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Rocky Mountain PBS | Charitable | $1,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward N Kesselman
Questions people ask
Does Kesselman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kesselman Family Foundation give?
$72,555 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Kesselman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward N Kesselman (President).
What does Kesselman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, housing and homelessness and arts and culture.