Jerome Frankel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jerome Frankel Foundation is a private foundation in Evanston, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,700 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,200 and the largest $6,700. 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$17,700
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,200
- Largest grant$6,700
- Assets$378,824
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was down from $20,700 the year before.
43% 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 | $19,700 | 8 | $401,826 |
| 2024 | $20,700 | 5 | $381,775 |
| 2025 | $17,700 | 7 | $378,824 |
How to apply
Jerome Frankel 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $17,200 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Sholom of Chicago | General funds | $6,700 |
| Ravinia Festival Association | General funds | $5,000 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | General funds | $3,000 |
| WFMT Radio | General funds | $1,200 |
| Medglobal | General funds | $1,000 |
| Sharsheret | General funds | $500 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | General funds | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Rhoda Frankel
- Laura Frankel
- Stanley Frankel
- David Frankel
Questions people ask
Does Jerome Frankel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jerome Frankel Foundation give?
$17,700 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,200.
Who runs Jerome Frankel Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rhoda Frankel (President - Part Time), Laura Frankel (Vp/Secrty/Direc - Part Time), Stanley Frankel (Vp/Director - Part Time) and David Frankel (Vp/Treas/Director - Part Time).