Curt and Linda Rodin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Curt and Linda Rodin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Northbrook, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.1 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $4,570 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$2.1 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$4,570
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$18.3 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $411,387 the year before.
44% of its 2025 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 | $459,949 | 20 | $14.8 million |
| 2024 | $411,387 | 17 | $18.4 million |
| 2025 | $2.1 million | 16 | $18.3 million |
How to apply
Curt and Linda Rodin 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 Curt and Linda Rodin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 12 | $2.1 million |
| New York | 3 | $6,850 |
| Texas | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Chicago | Public support | $1.1 million |
| Loyola University | Public support | $511,984 |
| Loyola University Chicago School of Law | Public support | $400,000 |
| Jewish United Fund | Public support | $50,000 |
| North Shore Foundation | Public support | $50,000 |
| WTTW | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Congregation or Shalom | Public support | $8,235 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Foundation | Public support | $5,000 |
| Congregation Beth Shalom | Public support | $4,141 |
| North Shore Congregation Israel | Public support | $3,776 |
| Avenues to Independence Foundation | Public support | $3,500 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | Public support | $1,800 |
| Family Service of Glencoe | Public support | $1,200 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | Public support | $450 |
| Play for Pink | Public support | $50 |
| Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics | Public support | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Curt Rodin
- Linda Rodin
- Joshua Rodin
- Gayle Shifrin
Questions people ask
Does Curt and Linda Rodin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Curt and Linda Rodin Family Foundation give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $4,570.
Who runs Curt and Linda Rodin Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Curt Rodin (Director), Linda Rodin (Director), Joshua Rodin (Director) and Gayle Shifrin (Director).
What does Curt and Linda Rodin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.