Albert Goodstein Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Albert Goodstein Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $197,000 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$197,000
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was down from $210,500 the year before.
19% 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 | $195,430 | 30 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $210,500 | 28 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $197,000 | 26 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Albert Goodstein 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 Albert Goodstein Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 15 | $80,500 |
| Florida | 3 | $80,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $4,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee | Unrestricted | $60,000 |
| Museum of Contemporary Art | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Asolo Repertory Theatre | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Brown University | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Temple Sholom of Chicago | Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Nourishing Hope | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Cornell University | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Kellogg School of Management | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Jewish Life at Duke | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Imerman Angels | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Boston Children's Hospital Trust | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Wolcott College Prep | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Cradles to Crayons | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Daily Princetonian Publishing Company | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Partners in Health | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Shalva | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Lurie Children's Hospital | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Paws Chicago | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Lincoln Park Zoo | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Israel on Campus Coalition Inc | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Ringling College of Art & Design | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Night Ministry | Unrestricted | $500 |
| JCC Chicago | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Marilyn G Kushen
- Alisa Kagan
Questions people ask
Does Albert Goodstein Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Albert Goodstein Family Foundation give?
$197,000 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Albert Goodstein Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marilyn G Kushen (President and Treasurer) and Alisa Kagan (Vice President and Secretary).
What does Albert Goodstein Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.