Kofoid Ricci Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kofoid Ricci Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $142,493 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $51,879. 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$142,493
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$51,879
- Assets$811,195
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $88,531 the year before.
36% of its 2025 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 | $103,842 | 10 | $354,273 |
| 2024 | $88,531 | 13 | $551,186 |
| 2025 | $142,493 | 11 | $811,195 |
How to apply
Kofoid Ricci Family 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 Kofoid Ricci Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $132,697 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $9,796 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) | General purposes | $51,879 |
| MPN Research Foundation | General purposes | $40,286 |
| Malnati Brain Tumor Institute - Northwestern University | General purposes | $25,040 |
| Tulane University | General purposes | $9,796 |
| Restore Justice Foundation | General purposes | $5,000 |
| The Joffrey Ballet | General purposes | $3,000 |
| Nourishing Hope | General purposes | $2,992 |
| Collaboraction Theatre Company | General purposes | $1,500 |
| Metropolitan Family Services | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Wbez - Chicago Public Media Inc | General purposes | $1,000 |
| World Bicycle Relief | General purposes | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David P Ricci
- Laura B Kofoid
Questions people ask
Does Kofoid Ricci Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kofoid Ricci Family Foundation give?
$142,493 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Kofoid Ricci Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David P Ricci (Trustee) and Laura B Kofoid (Trustee).
What does Kofoid Ricci Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and human services.