RLD Foundation
Preselected recipients only
RLD Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $121,734 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $1,980 and the largest $45,000. 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$121,734
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$1,980
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$51,272
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was up from $106,474 the year before.
54% 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 | $102,655 | 12 | $60,495 |
| 2024 | $106,474 | 13 | $60,502 |
| 2025 | $121,734 | 20 | $51,272 |
How to apply
RLD 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 RLD Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $75,999 |
| Illinois | 10 | $42,395 |
| California | 1 | $2,160 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,180 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Unrestricted | $45,000 |
| Various Qualified Charities | Unrestricted | $12,928 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $11,613 |
| Friends of the Idf | Unrestricted | $10,180 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $9,300 |
| Lake Shore Drive Synagogue | Unrestricted | $7,132 |
| Chabad | Unrestricted | $4,850 |
| Lincoln Square Synagogue | Unrestricted | $4,200 |
| Individual | Unrestricted. | $2,813 |
| Reut USA | Unrestricted | $2,160 |
| UJA Federation of New York | Unrestricted | $1,800 |
| The Ark | Unrestricted | $1,410 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $1,382 |
| Manhattan Day School | Unrestricted | $1,180 |
| The Frisch School | Unrestricted | $1,180 |
| American Freinds Kupat Ha'ir | Unrestricted | $1,026 |
| Moise Safra Center | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Jewish United Fund | Unrestricted | $860 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $720 |
Officers and trustees
- Yael Shiner
- Brigitte Dayan
- Deborah Dayan
- Liliane Dayan
Questions people ask
Does RLD Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does RLD Foundation give?
$121,734 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $1,980.
Who runs RLD Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Yael Shiner (President), Brigitte Dayan (Treasurer), Deborah Dayan (Secretary) and Liliane Dayan (Vice President).
What does RLD Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.