Richard and Diane Weinberg Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard and Diane Weinberg Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $424,200 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $94,300. 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$424,200
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$94,300
- Assets$6.6 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was up from $404,100 the year before.
32% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $403,100 | 37 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $404,100 | 37 | $6.0 million |
| 2025 | $424,200 | 34 | $6.6 million |
How to apply
Richard and Diane Weinberg 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 Richard and Diane Weinberg Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 20 | $209,800 |
| California | 3 | $125,300 |
| New York | 3 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $11,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $11,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $3,600 |
| Florida | 2 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| USC School of Dramatic Arts | Endow the usc dramatic arts building fund | $94,300 |
| The Diane Stilwell Weinberg Foundation | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $48,000 |
| Gingold Theatrical Group | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $30,000 |
| Westmark School | General campaign | $30,000 |
| Camp Kids Are Kids Chicago | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $25,000 |
| Joffrey Ballet | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $25,000 |
| Ncsy - Relief Missions | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $25,000 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Museum | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $15,000 |
| Anshe Sholom B'nai Israel Congregation | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $13,600 |
| Temple Sholom of Chicago | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $12,200 |
| Garry Gekhman Foundation Inc | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $11,000 |
| McDaniel College | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $10,000 |
| Timeline Theatre | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $10,000 |
| Broadway Caresequity Fights AIDS | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $5,000 |
| Chabad of Wilmette | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $5,000 |
| Chicago Human Rhythm Project | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $5,000 |
| Chicago Tap Theatre | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $5,000 |
| Cje Senior Life | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $5,000 |
| Elnet | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $5,000 |
| Field Museum | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $5,000 |
| The Service Club of Chicago | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $5,000 |
| Congregation Beth Judea | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $5,000 |
| Enriching Lives Foundation (Elf) | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $5,000 |
| Ravinia Women's Board | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Livnot U'lehibanot | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $3,600 |
| Ember Foundation | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $3,500 |
| The Happiness Club | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $3,000 |
| Face Autism (Dynasty Stars Program) | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $2,500 |
| Third Coast Percussion | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $2,500 |
| Beth Israel Congregation | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $1,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $1,000 |
| Juvenile Protective Association | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $1,000 |
| The Night Ministry | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $1,000 |
| New Art City Theatre | Made for general, charitable, religious, educational or scientific purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard G Weinberg
- Diane R Weinberg
Questions people ask
Does Richard and Diane Weinberg Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard and Diane Weinberg Family Foundation give?
$424,200 in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Richard and Diane Weinberg Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard G Weinberg (President/Treasurer/Director) and Diane R Weinberg (Secretary/Director).
What does Richard and Diane Weinberg Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and science and research.