Pogrund Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pogrund Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $220,425 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $115,000. 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$220,425
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$115,000
- Assets$239,384
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was up from $98,500 the year before.
8% of its 2024 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 | $98,500 | 11 | $261,872 |
| 2024 | $220,425 | 12 | $239,384 |
How to apply
Pogrund 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 Pogrund Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $120,000 |
| Illinois | 10 | $100,425 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Magen David Adom | Charitable | $115,000 |
| Associated Talmud Torah of Chgo | Education | $50,000 |
| Jewish United Fund | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Jewish Learning Fund | Education | $5,000 |
| The Ark | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Haddasah | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Hillel Torah Day School | Education | $5,000 |
| Solomon Schechter Day School | Education | $5,000 |
| Northwestern Law School | Education | $3,000 |
| Skokie Valley Synagogue | Religious | $1,800 |
| Chicago Loop Synagogue | Religious | $500 |
| Various 250 | Education | $125 |
Officers and trustees
- Sherwin I Pogrund
- Cindy Pogrund
- David Pogrund
Questions people ask
Does Pogrund Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pogrund Family Foundation give?
$220,425 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Pogrund Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sherwin I Pogrund (President), Cindy Pogrund (Director) and David Pogrund (Vice Preside).
What does Pogrund Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.