Loraine Kaufman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Loraine Kaufman Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $65,250 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$65,250
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$617,360
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was down from $75,250 the year before.
37% 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 | $75,250 | 28 | $654,303 |
| 2024 | $65,250 | 30 | $617,360 |
How to apply
Loraine Kaufman 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 Loraine Kaufman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 22 | $60,800 |
| New York | 3 | $2,250 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $750 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250 |
| Alabama | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AIDS Foundation of Chicago | Charitable contribution | $20,000 |
| Howard Brown Health | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Anti-Cruelty Society | Charitable contribution | $5,700 |
| Francis W Parker School | Charitable contribution | $3,500 |
| Chi Arts Foundation | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Porchlight Music Theatre | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Thresholds | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Feeding America | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Temple Shalom | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| The Ark | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Goals Inc | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| GDC | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| High Jump | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Lincoln Park Conservancy | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Marwen Foundation | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Mazon | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Pilots to the Rescue | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | Charitable contribution | $750 |
| Meals on Wheels | Charitable contribution | $750 |
| JCC Chicago - Women's Board | Charitable contribution | $600 |
| Legal Council for Health Justice | Charitable contribution | $500 |
| Michiana Humane Society | Charitable contribution | $500 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Charitable contribution | $500 |
| Paws Chicago | Charitable contribution | $500 |
| Acpa Foundation | Charitable contribution | $250 |
| Chikaming Open Lands | Charitable contribution | $250 |
| Mercy Home | Charitable contribution | $250 |
| UNICEF USA | Charitable contribution | $250 |
| Women Employed | Charitable contribution | $250 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Charitable contribution | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Loraine Kaufman
Questions people ask
Does Loraine Kaufman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Loraine Kaufman Foundation give?
$65,250 in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Loraine Kaufman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Loraine Kaufman (Sole Trustee).
What does Loraine Kaufman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and food and hunger.