Madelyn Bucksbaum Adamson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Madelyn Bucksbaum Adamson Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $322,860 in 57 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$322,860
- Number of grants57
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $283,035 the year before.
25% 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 | $506,924 | 61 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $283,035 | 59 | $4.9 million |
| 2025 | $322,860 | 57 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
Madelyn Bucksbaum Adamson 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 Madelyn Bucksbaum Adamson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York. It also paid $5,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 41 | $289,755 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $53,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 5 | $8,105 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $1,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $50,000 |
| The Temple Emanu-El Streicker Cultural Center | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $50,000 |
| US Holocaust Memorial Museum | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $50,000 |
| Elluminate | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $40,000 |
| UJA Federation of New York | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $30,000 |
| Adl Fighting Hate for Good | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $15,000 |
| City Harvest | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $10,000 |
| Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $10,000 |
| Moving Traditions | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $10,000 |
| Citymeals on Wheels | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $7,500 |
| New York City Ballet | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $7,500 |
| Haddassah | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $5,125 |
| B'nai Jeshurun | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $5,000 |
| Giffords Law Center | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $5,000 |
| Innovation Africa | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $5,000 |
| JDC | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $5,000 |
| New York City Common Pantry | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $5,000 |
| Project Kesher | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $5,000 |
| The Association of Rape Crisis Centers in Israel | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $5,000 |
| Ajc - New York | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $2,500 |
| Athlete Ally | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $2,500 |
| Bottomless Closet | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $2,500 |
| Dorot | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $2,500 |
| New Venture Fund- Jewish Voters Resource Center | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $2,500 |
| Planet Word | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $2,500 |
| University of Michigan | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $2,500 |
| Women Health Access Matters | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $2,500 |
| World Without Exploitation | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $2,500 |
| Manhattan Theatre Club | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $2,200 |
| Abortion Coalition for Telemedicine | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $1,800 |
| The Public Theater | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $1,250 |
| ACLU Foundation Inc | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $1,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $1,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $1,000 |
| Facing History Ourselves | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $1,000 |
| Museum of Jewish Heritage - A Living Memorial to the Holocaust | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $1,000 |
| Selfhelp Community Services Foundation | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $1,000 |
| Seriousfun Childrens Network | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $1,000 |
| The American Friends of Soroka Medical Center | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Madelyn Bucksbaum Adamson
- Allen Adamson
- Robert Trattner
Questions people ask
Does Madelyn Bucksbaum Adamson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Madelyn Bucksbaum Adamson Foundation give?
$322,860 in tax year 2025, across 57 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Madelyn Bucksbaum Adamson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Madelyn Bucksbaum Adamson (President/Director), Allen Adamson (Vice President/Director) and Robert Trattner (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Madelyn Bucksbaum Adamson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and faith communities.