Lachman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lachman Foundation is a private foundation in Northbrook, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $26,603 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $715 and the largest $7,200. 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$26,603
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$715
- Largest grant$7,200
- Assets$585,404
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $28,813 the year before.
14% 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 | $28,813 | 25 | $536,533 |
| 2024 | $26,603 | 13 | $585,404 |
How to apply
Lachman 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 Lachman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 12 | $25,703 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $900 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish United Fund | Charitable & EDUCATIONAL | $7,200 |
| Individual | Charitable & EDUCATIONAL | $5,630 |
| Individual | Charitable & EDUCATIONAL | $5,000 |
| Individual | Educational | $5,000 |
| Rett Syndrome Research Trust | Charitable & Educational | $900 |
| Helping Hands Network | Charitable | $800 |
| IL Holocaust MuseumEducation Center | Educational | $715 |
| Individual | Charitable | $500 |
| American Cancer Society | Educational | $460 |
| WTTW-11 | Charitable & educational | $150 |
| Keshet | Educational | $118 |
| Individual | Charitable & educational | $100 |
| Individual | Charitable | $30 |
Officers and trustees
- Helene Lachman
- Joseph Lachman
Questions people ask
Does Lachman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lachman Foundation give?
$26,603 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $715.
Who runs Lachman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Helene Lachman (Director) and Joseph Lachman (Director).
What does Lachman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.