Howard L Gottlieb Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Howard L Gottlieb Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,009 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $3,504 and the largest $5,009. 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$7,009
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$3,504
- Largest grant$5,009
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $67,500 the year before.
100% 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 | $97,500 | 6 | $549,054 |
| 2024 | $67,500 | 5 | $9,102 |
| 2025 | $7,009 | 2 | $0 |
How to apply
Howard L Gottlieb 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 Howard L Gottlieb Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $5,009 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Merit School of Music | Donation | $5,009 |
| Southern Methodist University | Donation | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Gottlieb
- Barry N Katz
- Karen Neumann
Questions people ask
Does Howard L Gottlieb Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Howard L Gottlieb Foundation give?
$7,009 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $3,504.
Who runs Howard L Gottlieb Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Gottlieb (President), Barry N Katz (Treasurer) and Karen Neumann (Secretary).
What does Howard L Gottlieb Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.