Matthew & Carolyn Bucksbaum Family Found
Preselected recipients only
Matthew & Carolyn Bucksbaum Family Found is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1.0 million and the largest $1.0 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1.0 million
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$5.2 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $10.0 million the year before.
100% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $800,000 | 2 | $15.2 million |
| 2024 | $10.0 million | 1 | $5.9 million |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 1 | $5.2 million |
How to apply
Matthew & Carolyn Bucksbaum Family Found 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 Matthew & Carolyn Bucksbaum Family Found funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1.0 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Museum of Language Arts | All contributions made for the intent established by the various charities | $1.0 million |
Officers and trustees
- John Bucksbaum
- Ann B Friedman
- Thomas L Friedman
- Robert Trattner
Questions people ask
Does Matthew & Carolyn Bucksbaum Family Found accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Matthew & Carolyn Bucksbaum Family Found give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1.0 million.
Who runs Matthew & Carolyn Bucksbaum Family Found?
Its 2025 filing lists John Bucksbaum (President/Director), Ann B Friedman (Vice President/Director), Thomas L Friedman (Director) and Robert Trattner (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Matthew & Carolyn Bucksbaum Family Found fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.