Cahnman Berman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cahnman Berman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $154,789 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $75,028. 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$154,789
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$75,028
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was down from $169,544 the year before.
30% 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 | $169,544 | 17 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $154,789 | 10 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Cahnman Berman 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 Cahnman Berman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $134,615 |
| Vermont | 1 | $11,624 |
| California | 2 | $6,050 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish National Fund | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $75,028 |
| Depaul University | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $42,270 |
| Himalayan Cataract Project | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $11,624 |
| Francis W Parker School | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $10,567 |
| Pacific Legal Foundation | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Working in the Schools Inc | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Rhode Island School of Design | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $2,500 |
| Paid to an Individual | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $1,250 |
| Cambodian Childrens Fund | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $1,050 |
| Elyssa's Mission NFP | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Raymond Cahnman
- Susan Berman
Questions people ask
Does Cahnman Berman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cahnman Berman Family Foundation give?
$154,789 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Cahnman Berman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Raymond Cahnman (Pres/Tres/Co-Trustee) and Susan Berman (Sec/Dir/Co-Trustee).
What does Cahnman Berman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.