David and Etta Jonas Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David and Etta Jonas Family Foundation is a private foundation in Northbrook, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.4 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $65,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$2.4 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$65,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$54.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.0 million the year before.
50% 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 | $2.0 million | 11 | $43.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.4 million | 18 | $54.2 million |
How to apply
David and Etta Jonas 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 David and Etta Jonas Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 9 | $1.5 million |
| New York | 3 | $306,000 |
| California | 1 | $265,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $200,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $23,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Chicago Medicine | Unrestricted | $1.0 million |
| StandWithUs | Unrestricted | $265,000 |
| Friends of the IDF | Unrestricted | $205,000 |
| Friends of Tel-Aviv Sourasky | Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| Friends of Elnet | Unrestricted | $170,000 |
| Jewish United Fund | Unrestricted | $150,000 |
| Solomon Schecter Day School | Unrestricted | $122,200 |
| American Israel Education Foundation | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| The Birthtright Israel Foundation | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Moriah Congregation | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Camp Ramah | Unrestricted | $18,000 |
| Stand Strong | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Rochelle Zell Jewish High School | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Jack Miller Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Cove School | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Beber Camp | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Northwestern Hillel | Unrestricted | $3,600 |
| Israel Tennis & Education | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jonathan Y Jonas
- Orete Harkavy
- Ann Schneiderman
Questions people ask
Does David and Etta Jonas Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David and Etta Jonas Family Foundation give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $65,000.
Who runs David and Etta Jonas Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jonathan Y Jonas (President), Orete Harkavy (Co-Trustee) and Ann Schneiderman (Co-Trustee).
What does David and Etta Jonas Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.