Kirschenbaum Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kirschenbaum Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Niles, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $25,440 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $4,140 and the largest $10,000. 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$25,440
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$4,140
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$181,070
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $53,390 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 | $170,562 | 10 | $187,361 |
| 2024 | $53,390 | 14 | $197,626 |
| 2025 | $25,440 | 5 | $181,070 |
How to apply
Kirschenbaum Charitable 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 Kirschenbaum Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $12,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,200 |
| Illinois | 1 | $4,140 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Amit Women | Religous/educiatonal | $10,000 |
| American Friends of United Jewish Appeal Greater Toronto | Religous/educational | $5,200 |
| Various Organized Public Charities | Religous/educational | $4,140 |
| Reyoung Israel Hollywood | Religous/educational | $3,600 |
| Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America | Religous/educational | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Barry Kirschenbaum
- Diane Kirschenbaum
- Sanford Bokor
Questions people ask
Does Kirschenbaum Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kirschenbaum Charitable Foundation give?
$25,440 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $4,140.
Who runs Kirschenbaum Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Barry Kirschenbaum (Pres), Diane Kirschenbaum (Sec) and Sanford Bokor (Asst Sec).
What does Kirschenbaum Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.