Libman Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Libman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Evanston, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $30,600 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,600 and the largest $5,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$30,600
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,600
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$13,735
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $37,500 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $36,000 | 10 | $18,191 |
| 2024 | $37,500 | 14 | $9,420 |
| 2025 | $30,600 | 17 | $13,735 |
How to apply
| Contact | Jeff Libman 1417 Greenleaf Street, Evanston, IL 60202 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (773) 494-5008, jefflibman1@gmail.com |
| What to submit | The Immigrant/Refugee Scholarship is for graduating seniors from Evanston Township High School who plan to continue their education at a University, Community College, or Technical/Vocational School upon graduation. |
| Deadlines | April 15 |
| Restrictions | The applicant must be a refugee or immigrant or child of a refugee or immigrant. Financial need will be considered in awarding this scholarship |
What Libman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 17 | $30,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Building Peaceful Bridges | Refugee support | $5,000 |
| Individual | Academic Scholarship | $1,600 |
| Individual | Academic Scholarship | $1,600 |
| Individual | Academic Scholarship | $1,600 |
| Individual | Academic Scholarship | $1,600 |
| Individual | Academic Scholarship | $1,600 |
| Individual | Academic Scholarship | $1,600 |
| Individual | Academic Scholarship | $1,600 |
| Individual | Academic Scholarship | $1,600 |
| Individual | Academic Scholarship | $1,600 |
| Individual | Academic Scholarship | $1,600 |
| Individual | Academic Scholarship | $1,600 |
| Individual | Academic Scholarship | $1,600 |
| Individual | Academic Scholarship | $1,600 |
| Individual | Academic Scholarship | $1,600 |
| Individual | Academic Scholarship | $1,600 |
| Individual | Academic Scholarship | $1,600 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeff Libman
- Susan Cramer
Questions people ask
Does Libman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: April 15.
How much does Libman Family Foundation give?
$30,600 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,600.
Who runs Libman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeff Libman (President) and Susan Cramer (Trustee).
What does Libman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.