Posen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Posen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Elmhurst, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,054 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $300 and the largest $15,000. 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$42,054
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$300
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$999,034
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2025 was up from $38,861 the year before.
62% 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 | $35,729 | 21 | $813,379 |
| 2024 | $38,861 | 19 | $876,301 |
| 2025 | $42,054 | 39 | $999,034 |
How to apply
Posen 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 Posen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $18,500 |
| Colorado | 14 | $11,800 |
| New York | 2 | $3,504 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $2,600 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,000 |
| California | 4 | $1,200 |
| Arizona | 2 | $1,050 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $300 |
| Utah | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst Centre for Performing Arts | Organization's charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Organization's charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Jewish National Fund USA | Organization's charitable purposes | $2,004 |
| B'nai B'rith International | Organization's charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Boulder JCC | Organization's charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Jewish United Fund | Organization's charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Rainforest Trust | Organization's charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Global Lyme Alliance | Organization's charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| Jewish Family Services | Organization's charitable purposes | $900 |
| American Heart Association | Organization's charitable purposes | $750 |
| Luvin Arms | Organization's charitable purposes | $750 |
| American Cancer Society | Organization's charitable purposes | $500 |
| Emergency Family Assistance Association | Organization's charitable purposes | $500 |
| Local Reporting Lab Initiative Inc | Organization's charitable purposes | $500 |
| Colorado State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital | Organization's charitable purposes | $350 |
| Animal Hope and Wellness Foundation | Organization's charitable purposes | $300 |
| Animal Legal Defense Fund | Organization's charitable purposes | $300 |
| Animal Welfare Institute | Organization's charitable purposes | $300 |
| Chicago Canine Rescue | Organization's charitable purposes | $300 |
| Colorado Public Radio | Organization's charitable purposes | $300 |
| Fried's Cat Shelter Inc | Organization's charitable purposes | $300 |
| Humane Farming Association | Organization's charitable purposes | $300 |
| Humane Society of the United States | Organization's charitable purposes | $300 |
| Live Like Roo Foundation | Organization's charitable purposes | $300 |
| Mountain Pet Rescue | Organization's charitable purposes | $300 |
| Performing Animal Welfare Society | Organization's charitable purposes | $300 |
| Petsmart Charities | Organization's charitable purposes | $300 |
| Soul Dog Rescue | Organization's charitable purposes | $300 |
| Young at Heart | Organization's charitable purposes | $300 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Organization's charitable purposes | $250 |
| Colorado Tick-Bourne Disease Awareness | Organization's charitable purposes | $250 |
| Humane Society of Boulder Valley | Organization's charitable purposes | $250 |
| Stardust Animal Sanctuary | Organization's charitable purposes | $250 |
| Wisconsin Bicycle Federation | Organization's charitable purposes | $250 |
| Chi Town Pitties Inc | Organization's charitable purposes | $200 |
| Foothills Animal Shelter | Organization's charitable purposes | $200 |
| National Mill Dog Rescue | Organization's charitable purposes | $200 |
| Historic Boulder Inc | Organization's charitable purposes | $150 |
| Loucity & Racing Foundation | Organization's charitable purposes | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian L Posen
- Miles P Posen
- Laura Michaud
Questions people ask
Does Posen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Posen Family Foundation give?
$42,054 in tax year 2025, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $300.
Who runs Posen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian L Posen (Chairman/President/Director), Miles P Posen (Vice President/Secretary/Director) and Laura Michaud (Treasurer/Director).
What does Posen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and animals.