Cagan Foundation
Accepts applications
Cagan Foundation is a private foundation in Skokie, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $380,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $225,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$380,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$225,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $180,600 the year before.
67% 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 | $180,600 | 7 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $380,000 | 6 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Jeffrey Cagan 3856 Oakton Street, Skokie, IL 60076 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (847) 324-8922, jeff@cagan.com |
| What to submit | Granting application along with a statement summarizing the purpose of the request, the amount of funds, and how the funds will be used. Also, grantees should submit a copy of the IRS determination letter, form 1023 application, last two years form 990, annual financial statements prepared by an independent cpa (if available), most current internally prepared financial statements, annual budget for current year and budget as requested in the application. |
| Deadlines | Applications are accepted year round. |
| Restrictions | The foundation may make grants to qualified charitable organizations that address the following areas of interest: diseases and their cures, disability, elderly, faith based organizations - in particular jewish faith, healthcare, and pet rescue. |
What Cagan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $305,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $75,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Midwest Refuah Health | General operating purposes | $225,000 |
| Chabad of South Orlando | General operating purposes | $50,000 |
| Congregation Atereth Yehoshua | General operating purposes | $35,000 |
| Congregation BHH Kesser Maariv Al | General operating purposes | $35,000 |
| SPCA Florida | General operating purposes | $25,000 |
| Chicago Center for Torah and Chesed | General operating purposes | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey Cagan
- Sandra Cagan
- Joseph Gottesman
Questions people ask
Does Cagan Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications are accepted year round..
How much does Cagan Foundation give?
$380,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs Cagan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeffrey Cagan (President), Sandra Cagan (Secretary) and Joseph Gottesman (Treasurer).
What does Cagan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.