Klingenstein Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Klingenstein Foundation is a private foundation in New Canaan, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $56,850 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $375 and the largest $25,000. 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$56,850
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$375
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$341,007
- New grantees88%
Giving in 2024 was down from $330,000 the year before.
88% 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 | $330,000 | 4 | $596,828 |
| 2024 | $56,850 | 8 | $341,007 |
How to apply
Klingenstein 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 Klingenstein Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 5 | $6,350 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Schwab Charitable Fund | Support of organization | $25,000 |
| Vanguard Charitable | Support of organization | $25,000 |
| The New York Historical Society | Support of organization | $5,500 |
| National Public Radio (NPR) | Support of organization | $500 |
| Scarsdale Ambulance | Support of organization | $250 |
| Wcla - Choice Matters | Support of organization | $250 |
| American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) | Support of organization | $250 |
| Scarsdale Police Benevolent Associate | Support of organization | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Joanne K Ziesing
- Peter Ziesing
Questions people ask
Does Klingenstein Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Klingenstein Foundation give?
$56,850 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $375.
Who runs Klingenstein Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joanne K Ziesing (President/Director) and Peter Ziesing (Treasuer/Director).
What does Klingenstein Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and community development.