Pangea Cares Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pangea Cares Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $488,052. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$488,052
- Assets$0
- New grantees92%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5,000 the year before.
92% of its 2024 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 | $5,000 | 1 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 13 | $0 |
How to apply
Pangea Cares 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 Pangea Cares Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $488,052 |
| Illinois | 5 | $315,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $250,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $100,000 |
| Minnesota | 3 | $75,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Founders Pledge Daf | General | $488,052 |
| University of Michigan | General | $250,000 |
| Chabad of Hyde Park | General | $150,000 |
| J-Life Outreach Inc | General | $100,000 |
| University of Notre Dame | General | $100,000 |
| JCRC of Minnesota | General | $45,000 |
| Chabad of Uic | General | $35,000 |
| University of Chicago | General | $25,000 |
| Dana-Farber's Cancer Institute | General | $15,000 |
| Kenesseth Israel Congregation | General | $15,000 |
| Beth El Congregation | General | $15,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Invest for Kids | Youth development | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Albert Goldstein
- Peter Martay
- Patrick Borchard
Questions people ask
Does Pangea Cares Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pangea Cares Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs Pangea Cares Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Albert Goldstein (President), Peter Martay (Secretary) and Patrick Borchard (Treasurer).
What does Pangea Cares Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.