Kovler Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Kovler Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.6 million in 191 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $2.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$5.6 million
- Number of grants191
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$144 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5.8 million the year before.
11% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5.8 million | 193 | $132 million |
| 2024 | $5.6 million | 191 | $144 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Kovler Family Foundation 875 N Michigan Ave Suite 3400, Chicago, IL 60611-1958 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (312) 664-5050 |
| What to submit | It is recommended that a 1 to 2 page written proposal and a copy of your determination letter be submitted.No Specific Form Required. |
| Deadlines | By Mid - November to be considered for the current year. |
| Restrictions | No Restrictions. Typical Grant Awarded is between $1,000 - $5,000 |
What Kovler Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 19 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 121 | $2.4 million |
| California | 22 | $2.4 million |
| New York | 17 | $419,333 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $111,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $104,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $39,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $30,000 |
| Maryland | 4 | $27,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $22,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $19,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eisenhower Medical Center | Medical-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations.Donated 2 shares of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-A) stock @ $1,358,149 (average price of $679,074.50 per share on 12/31/2024)Cash amount $650,000.00 | $2.0 million |
| The University of Chicago | Medical-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $770,223 |
| Chicago Parks Foundation | General Welfare-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $400,000 |
| PCD Foundation | Medical-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $353,333 |
| Jewish United Fund of Metro Chicago | General Welfare-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $281,000 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | Medical-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $220,000 |
| Invest For Kids Inc | Children's Welfare-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $175,000 |
| American Israel Education Foundatio | Education-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $100,000 |
| Teach for America | General Welfare-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $100,000 |
| US Holocaust Memorial Museum | Cultural & Civic-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $55,500 |
| Joffrey Ballet | Cultural & Civic-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $50,000 |
| Museum of Contemporary Art | Cultural & Civic-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $50,000 |
| Milken Institute | General Welfare-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $50,000 |
| Northwestern Mem Hospital-Kovler Ce | Medical-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $50,000 |
| Shirley Ryan Ability Lab | Medical-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $40,000 |
| Dragonfly Foundation Chicago | Children's Welfare-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $30,000 |
| Imerman Angels | Medical-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $30,000 |
| Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation | Children's Welfare-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $28,000 |
| Francis W Parker School | Education-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $26,000 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Cultural & Civic-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $25,000 |
| Lynn Sage Cancer Research Foundatio | Medical-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $25,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Children's Welfare-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $20,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | General Welfare-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $20,000 |
| Desert Community Foundation | General Welfare-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $20,000 |
| International Community Foundation | General Welfare-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $20,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | Medical-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $20,000 |
| Publicolor | Children's Welfare-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $15,000 |
| Conquer Cancer the ASCO Fndtn | Medical-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $15,000 |
| Shalom Tikvah | Religious-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $12,500 |
| Jewish Federation of the Desert | Religious-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $10,250 |
| Chicago Children's Advocacy Center | Children's Welfare-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $10,000 |
| Chicago Youth Centers | Children's Welfare-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $10,000 |
| Camp For All Kids | Children's Welfare-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $10,000 |
| Intonation Music Workshop | Children's Welfare-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $10,000 |
| Say | Children's Welfare-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $10,000 |
| Chicago History Museum | Cultural & Civic-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $10,000 |
| Palm Springs Art Museum | Cultural & Civic-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $10,000 |
| Rancho Mirage Writers Festival | Cultural & Civic-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $10,000 |
| Chicago Scholars | Education-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $10,000 |
| LEARN Charter School Network | Education-To aid in achieving the exempt purpose of the various donee organizations. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jonathan Kovler
- Benjamin Kovler
- Sally M Kovler
- Molly B Kovler
- Casey Benjamin
Questions people ask
Does Kovler Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: By Mid - November to be considered for the current year..
How much does Kovler Family Foundation give?
$5.6 million in tax year 2024, across 191 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Kovler Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jonathan Kovler (Pres/CB/Dir), Benjamin Kovler (Tr/Mng/Dir), Sally M Kovler (Secretary/Dir) and Molly B Kovler (Ast Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Kovler Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and environment and conservation.