Mark and Mary Ann Kaufman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mark and Mary Ann Kaufman Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.2 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$3.2 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$43.9 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $865,000 the year before.
30% 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 | $915,000 | 7 | $38.6 million |
| 2024 | $865,000 | 7 | $42.0 million |
| 2025 | $3.2 million | 10 | $43.9 million |
How to apply
Mark and Mary Ann 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 Mark and Mary Ann Kaufman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 1 | $2.0 million |
| New York | 1 | $550,000 |
| Illinois | 4 | $370,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $200,000 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa Foundation (Center for Advancement) | General purposes | $2.0 million |
| Goldman Sachs Philanthropy Fund | General purposes | $550,000 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | General purposes | $200,000 |
| Pga Tour First Tee Foundation | General purposes | $200,000 |
| Aspire of Illinois | General purposes | $100,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Chicago | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Montana Institute of Sport | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Naval Postgraduate School Foundation | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership | General purposes | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Kaufman
- Mary Ann Kaufman
- Fotini Kaufman
Questions people ask
Does Mark and Mary Ann Kaufman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mark and Mary Ann Kaufman Foundation give?
$3.2 million in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs Mark and Mary Ann Kaufman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Kaufman (President & Ceo), Mary Ann Kaufman (Treasurer) and Fotini Kaufman (Secretary).
What does Mark and Mary Ann Kaufman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.