The Deanne & Arnold Kaplan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Deanne & Arnold Kaplan Foundation is a private foundation in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.0 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $1,400 and the largest $1.6 million. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$1,400
- Largest grant$1.6 million
- Assets$870,491
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2024 was up from $69,633 the year before.
68% 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 | $69,633 | 10 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 22 | $870,491 |
How to apply
The Deanne & Arnold Kaplan 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 Deanne & Arnold Kaplan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania. It also paid $95,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $1.6 million |
| New York | 7 | $267,580 |
| Florida | 4 | $23,200 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $4,050 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kaplan Collection Judacia | Support | $1.6 million |
| SMJ Federation | Support | $260,045 |
| Technion Israel Institute of Tech | Support | $60,000 |
| Neveh Michael | Support | $35,000 |
| Temple Emanuel | Support | $19,000 |
| Legacy Judacia | Support | $4,050 |
| All Faiths Food Bank | Support | $3,000 |
| Kestenbaum Company LLC | Support | $2,662 |
| J Greenstein & Co | Support | $2,285 |
| Drexel Hillel | Support | $1,800 |
| Nmahj | Support | $1,800 |
| American Jewish Committee | Support | $1,000 |
| B'nai B'rith Youth Organization | Support | $1,000 |
| Florida Studio Theatre | Support | $1,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Support | $1,000 |
| World Jewish Congress | Support | $1,000 |
| Dan Wyman Books | Support | $333 |
| Camp de Wolfe | Support | $255 |
| Jewish Family Service of Lehigh Val | Support | $236 |
| The Twig | Support | $200 |
| Jewish Federation of Lehigh Valley | Support | $180 |
| Hudson Institute | Support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Arnold Kaplan
- Pamela Ryba
Questions people ask
Does The Deanne & Arnold Kaplan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Deanne & Arnold Kaplan Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $1,400.
Who runs The Deanne & Arnold Kaplan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Arnold Kaplan (Trustee) and Pamela Ryba (Trustee).
What does The Deanne & Arnold Kaplan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, faith communities and youth programs.