Edward Fein Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Edward Fein Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $7.9 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $400,000 and the largest $5.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$7.9 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$400,000
- Largest grant$5.0 million
- Assets$234 million
- New grantees89%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.5 million the year before.
89% 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 | $0 | 0 | $171 million |
| 2024 | $3.5 million | 1 | $214 million |
| 2025 | $7.9 million | 9 | $234 million |
How to apply
Edward Fein Charitable Trust 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 Edward Fein Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $5.1 million |
| New York | 3 | $1.2 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $500,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $400,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $125,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of California San Francisco Foundation | General | $5.0 million |
| Hillel International | General | $500,000 |
| Gainesville Jewish Student Foundation DBA Uf Hillel | General | $500,000 |
| The Jewish Education Project | General | $400,000 |
| Shalom Hartman Institute of North America | General | $400,000 |
| Mem Global | General | $400,000 |
| M2 the Institute for Experiential Jewish Education | General | $400,000 |
| Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Boston | General | $125,000 |
| Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles | General | $125,000 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does Edward Fein Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward Fein Charitable Trust give?
$7.9 million in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $400,000.
Who runs Edward Fein Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee).
What does Edward Fein Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and international.