The Herman H Kaye Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Herman H Kaye Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $155,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$155,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $145,000 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $25,000 | 3 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $145,000 | 7 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $155,000 | 9 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
The Herman H Kaye Charitable 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 The Herman H Kaye Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $130,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $10,000 |
| New York | 2 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Hope | for diabetes research under the direction of Dr. Fouad Kandeel | $100,000 |
| B'nai Shalom of San Diego County | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Camp Ramah in California Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Friends of Malibu Urgent Care Center | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| American Air Museum in Britain | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Childrens Village of Jerusalem Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| General Israel Orphan Home for Girls Jerusalem Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Museum | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cary W Spencer
Questions people ask
Does The Herman H Kaye Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Herman H Kaye Charitable Foundation give?
$155,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Herman H Kaye Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cary W Spencer (Pres, Dir, Sec).
What does The Herman H Kaye Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and youth programs.