Marvin and Kay Lichtman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Marvin and Kay Lichtman Foundation is a private foundation in Arlington Heights, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $300,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $22,000 and the largest $22,000. 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$300,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$22,000
- Largest grant$22,000
- Assets$10.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $300,000 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 | $270,000 | 15 | $8.8 million |
| 2024 | $300,000 | 15 | $9.5 million |
| 2025 | $300,000 | 15 | $10.3 million |
How to apply
Marvin and Kay Lichtman 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 Marvin and Kay Lichtman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 13 | $266,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $22,000 |
| New York | 1 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| A Safe Haven Foundation | Unrestricted contribution | $22,000 |
| Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital | Unrestricted contribution | $22,000 |
| Christian Appalachian Project | Unrestricted contribution | $22,000 |
| Elim Christian Services | Unrestricted contribution | $22,000 |
| Hephzibah Children's Association | Unrestricted contribution | $22,000 |
| Keshet | Unrestricted contribution | $22,000 |
| Lambs Farm | Unrestricted contribution | $22,000 |
| Misericordia Heart of Mercy | Unrestricted contribution | $22,000 |
| The Ark of Chicago | Unrestricted contribution | $22,000 |
| The Cradle Foundation | Unrestricted contribution | $22,000 |
| Zacharias Center | Unrestricted contribution | $22,000 |
| Marillac St Vincent Family Services | Unrestricted contribution | $17,000 |
| Second Sense | Unrestricted contribution | $17,000 |
| Little City Foundation | Unrestricted contribution | $12,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Foundation | Unrestricted contribution | $12,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Floyd D Perkins
- Brian Burns
- Glen Berman
- Sheila Burns
Questions people ask
Does Marvin and Kay Lichtman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marvin and Kay Lichtman Foundation give?
$300,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $22,000.
Who runs Marvin and Kay Lichtman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Floyd D Perkins (Director), Brian Burns (Director), Glen Berman (Treasurer/Secretary) and Sheila Burns (Executive Director).
What does Marvin and Kay Lichtman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and health.