Podolsky Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Podolsky Family Foundation is a private foundation in Riverwoods, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $207,038 in 83 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $27,603. 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$207,038
- Number of grants83
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$27,603
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was up from $196,120 the year before.
31% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $178,000 | 98 | $3.6 million |
| 2023 | $196,120 | 98 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $207,038 | 83 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Podolsky Family 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 Podolsky Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Illinois. It also paid $1,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 36 | $133,533 |
| New York | 11 | $19,087 |
| Colorado | 12 | $18,864 |
| Florida | 6 | $11,750 |
| Virginia | 2 | $7,500 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $3,250 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $3,185 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $2,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $1,950 |
| California | 2 | $1,750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation Beth Shalom | Charitable Donation | $27,603 |
| Jewish United Fund | Charitable Donation | $16,688 |
| Roycemore School | Charitable Donation | $15,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Naples | Charitable Donation | $11,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defenses Forces | Charitable Donation | $10,988 |
| Jcys | Charitable Donation | $10,000 |
| American Friends of Ieaf | Charitable Donation | $8,000 |
| Telluride Adaptive Sports | Charitable Donation | $5,500 |
| Friends of Chicago Harbor Lighthouse | Charitable Donation | $5,500 |
| The Conservation Fund | Charitable contribution | $5,500 |
| Lake Forest Open Lands | Charitable Donation | $5,250 |
| Chicago Public Media (WEBEZ) | Charitable Donation | $5,000 |
| Rebuilding Together | Charitable Donation | $5,000 |
| Northern Illinois Food Bank | Charitable Donation | $5,000 |
| Lake Country Forest Preserve Preservation Fnd | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Ravinia | Charitable Donation | $4,542 |
| Telluride Food Pantry | Charitable Donation | $3,500 |
| The PFAP Foundation | Charitable Donation | $3,466 |
| JCFS | Charitable Donation | $2,500 |
| ACLU Foundation | Charitable Donation | $2,500 |
| Coast Guard Foundation | Charitable Donation | $2,000 |
| Coast Guard Mutual Assistance | Charitable Donation | $2,000 |
| Norwood Food Pantry | Charitable Donation | $2,000 |
| San Miguel Resource Center | Charitable Donation | $2,000 |
| The Safina Center | Charitable Donation | $2,000 |
| Chicago Children's Museum | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Navy Pier Inc | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Placerville Volunteer Fire Department | Charitable Donation | $1,500 |
| Telluride Emergency Medical Technician Association | Charitable Donation | $1,500 |
| Wilkinson Public Library | Charitable Donation | $1,500 |
| JCFS Residential Supports | Charitable Donation | $1,250 |
| University of Illinois Foundation- UIC Center | Charitable Donation | $1,250 |
| Nicholas Sergi Foundation | Charitable Donation | $1,019 |
| Feed My Starving Children | Charitable Donation | $1,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Charitable Donation | $1,000 |
| Ouray County Food Pantry | Charitable Donation | $1,000 |
| Second Chance Humane Society | Charitable Donation | $1,000 |
| SIOR Foundation | Charitable Donation | $1,000 |
| Telluride Historical Museum | Charitable Donation | $1,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | Charitable Donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven Podolsky
- Randy Podolsky
- Deborah A Marcusson
- Nancy L Gunning
Questions people ask
Does Podolsky Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Podolsky Family Foundation give?
$207,038 in tax year 2024, across 83 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Podolsky Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven Podolsky (President), Randy Podolsky (Vice President), Deborah A Marcusson (Treasurer) and Nancy L Gunning (Secretary).
What does Podolsky Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and environment and conservation.