Appelbaum Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Appelbaum Family Foundation is a private foundation in Highland Park, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $31,300 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,800 and the largest $10,000. 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$31,300
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,800
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$31,962
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $58,900 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $58,900 | 19 | $46,745 |
| 2024 | $31,300 | 9 | $31,962 |
How to apply
Appelbaum 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 Appelbaum Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $29,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,800 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lurie Hospital Childrens Research Fund | Hospital. | $10,000 |
| Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago | Community Services. | $7,500 |
| Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School | Education. | $5,000 |
| Anshe Emet Synagogue | General. | $3,500 |
| US Holocaust Memorial Museum | General Fund. | $1,800 |
| University of Chicago Booth School | Education. | $1,500 |
| National MS Society | General | $1,000 |
| Keshet | General Fund. | $500 |
| Special Olympics | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Judith Appelbaum
- Henry Appelbaum
- Barbara Appelbaum
Questions people ask
Does Appelbaum Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Appelbaum Family Foundation give?
$31,300 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,800.
Who runs Appelbaum Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Judith Appelbaum (Pres/Dir), Henry Appelbaum (Secy/Dir) and Barbara Appelbaum (Dir).
What does Appelbaum Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.