Richman - Zalkind Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richman - Zalkind Family Foundation is a private foundation in Highland Park, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,890 in 63 grants; the typical grant was $100 and the largest $5,000. 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$20,890
- Number of grants63
- Typical grant$100
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$339,011
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $19,035 the year before.
11% of its 2025 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 | $20,295 | 60 | $328,572 |
| 2024 | $19,035 | 76 | $345,539 |
| 2025 | $20,890 | 63 | $339,011 |
How to apply
Richman - Zalkind 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 Richman - Zalkind Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 35 | $17,465 |
| Virginia | 5 | $550 |
| New York | 4 | $550 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $525 |
| Maryland | 2 | $400 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $300 |
| Florida | 2 | $200 |
| Colorado | 1 | $200 |
| Georgia | 1 | $200 |
| Alabama | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Shore Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ravinia | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Dystonia Medical Research | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Cancer Wellness Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Rolfe Foundation | Charitable | $700 |
| HPSCF (Highlad Park Sisters) | Charitable | $550 |
| Friends of HP Library | Charitable | $500 |
| Lurie Childrens Hospital | Charitable | $500 |
| Museum Contempory Art | Charitable | $390 |
| Multiple Sclerosis Association of America | Charitable | $300 |
| American Occupation Therapy Foundation | Charitable | $300 |
| Park Avenue Synagogue | Charitable | $250 |
| Il Holocaust Museum | Charitable | $250 |
| Ronald McDonals House | Charitable | $200 |
| ACLU | Charitable | $200 |
| Highland Park Strings | Charitable | $200 |
| Meals on Wheels Foundation | Charitable | $200 |
| Aspen Valley Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $200 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $200 |
| Highland Park Community Fund | Charitable | $150 |
| WTTW | Charitable | $150 |
| Chicago Architecture Fund | Charitable | $125 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | Charitable | $115 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Charitable | $115 |
| Alzheimers Disease Research | Charitable | $100 |
| ALS | Charitable | $100 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Charitable | $100 |
| American Cancer | Charitable | $100 |
| Parkinson Foundation | Charitable | $100 |
| Paralyzed Veterans | Charitable | $100 |
| Adl Midwest | Charitable | $100 |
| Museum of Science and Industry | Charitable | $100 |
| National Federation of the Blind | Charitable | $100 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | Charitable | $100 |
| Nature Conservancy | Charitable | $100 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | Charitable | $100 |
| Birthright Israel | Charitable | $100 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable | $100 |
| Hillel International Emergency Relief | Charitable | $100 |
| Wilderness Society | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy Richman
Questions people ask
Does Richman - Zalkind Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richman - Zalkind Family Foundation give?
$20,890 in tax year 2025, across 63 grants, with a typical grant of $100.
Who runs Richman - Zalkind Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nancy Richman (Trustee).
What does Richman - Zalkind Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and science and research.