Knowledge Systems Institute
Preselected recipients only
Knowledge Systems Institute is a private foundation in Skokie, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $77,680 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$77,680
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $147,500 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 | $147,500 | 9 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $77,680 | 9 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
Knowledge Systems Institute 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Knowledge Systems Institute funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $30,000 |
| California | 3 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $20,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $6,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rodale Institute | Exempt purpose of organization | $30,000 |
| Girlstart | Exempt purpose of organization | $20,000 |
| Science Club for Girls | Exempt purpose of organization | $20,000 |
| Sierra Nevada Journeys | Exempt purpose of organization | $20,000 |
| Camfed USA Foundation | Exempt purpose of organization | $15,000 |
| Science 4 Girls | Exempt purpose of organization | $6,000 |
| Ecological Farming Association | Exempt purpose of organization | $5,000 |
| Grizzly Corps - Uc Berkeley Foundation | Exempt purpose of organization | $5,000 |
| STEM Like A Girl | Exempt purpose of organization | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Shi-Kuo Chang
- Giuseppe Palese
- Xin Li
- Cybele Chang
Questions people ask
Does Knowledge Systems Institute accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Knowledge Systems Institute give?
$77,680 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Knowledge Systems Institute?
Its 2024 filing lists Shi-Kuo Chang (Board Chair/Director), Giuseppe Palese (Director), Xin Li (Director) and Cybele Chang (Executive Director).
What does Knowledge Systems Institute fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research and youth programs.