Donald Levin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Donald Levin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Glenview, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.9 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $125,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.9 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$125,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$91.1 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.1 million the year before.
39% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $3.2 million | 3 | $63.5 million |
| 2023 | $4.1 million | 11 | $75.5 million |
| 2024 | $3.9 million | 13 | $91.1 million |
How to apply
Donald Levin 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 Donald Levin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $1.2 million |
| Arizona | 6 | $1.1 million |
| New York | 1 | $1.0 million |
| California | 1 | $350,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $300,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | Unrestricted | $1.1 million |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | Unrestricted | $1.0 million |
| Pacc 911 | Unrestricted | $600,000 |
| Love Them All | Unrestricted | $350,000 |
| President and Fellows of Harvard College | Unrestricted | $300,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| Saving Paws Rescue AZ | Unrestricted | $125,000 |
| Learn Charter School Network | Unrestricted | $76,633 |
| Alone No More Dog Rescue Inc | Unrestricted | $55,000 |
| Orphans of the Storm Animal Shelter | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Cochise Canine Rescue | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Dogtree Pines Senior Pet Sanctuary | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Chicago Filmmakers | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald Levin
- Allan Kandelman
- Alan Berry
Questions people ask
Does Donald Levin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donald Levin Family Foundation give?
$3.9 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $125,000.
Who runs Donald Levin Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Donald Levin (President, Director), Allan Kandelman (Secretary, Director) and Alan Berry (Treasurer, Director).
What does Donald Levin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and animals.