Kern Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Kern Foundation Trust is a private foundation in PO Box Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $110,510 and the largest $920,930. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$110,510
- Largest grant$920,930
- Assets$23.0 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
33% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 3 | $21.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 3 | $23.0 million |
How to apply
Kern Foundation 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $935,930 |
| California | 1 | $110,510 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Theosophical Society in America | General support | $920,930 |
| Krotona Institute of Theosophy | General support | $110,510 |
| The Theosophical Order of Service USA | General support | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- The Northern Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Kern Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kern Foundation Trust give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $110,510.
Who runs Kern Foundation Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists The Northern Trust Company (Trustee).