Klein Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Klein Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Trumbull, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $348,000 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$348,000
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $338,000 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $231,500 | 16 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $338,000 | 29 | $6.3 million |
| 2025 | $348,000 | 28 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
Klein Family Foundation Inc 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 Klein Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 16 | $262,500 |
| Michigan | 3 | $30,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $7,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport Hospital Foundation | Integrative medicine & supportive services music therapy program | $50,000 |
| University of Connecticut Foundation Inc | Professional counselor program fund | $50,000 |
| Haitian Health Foundation (HHF) | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Homes for the Brave | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| United Way of Coastal and Western Connecticut | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Liv Free | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Bridgeport Public Education Fund | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Connecticut Food Bank | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Girls Matter - Kids Empowered | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Gleaners | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Hole in the Wall Gang | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Mercy Learning Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Southwest Solutions | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Wakeman Boys and Girls Club | Madison avenue clubhouse commitment | $10,000 |
| Yale New Haven Hospital | Palliative care | $10,000 |
| Bridgeport Rescue Mission | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Vision for the Tomorrow | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| American Red Cross | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Salvation Army | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| The Jimmy Fund | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Heifer Intl | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carla S Klein
- Kristen Chiodo
- Eric Klein
Questions people ask
Does Klein Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Klein Family Foundation Inc give?
$348,000 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Klein Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Carla S Klein (President), Kristen Chiodo (Secretary) and Eric Klein (Treasurer).
What does Klein Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and youth programs.