Ronald and Mary Ann Lachman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ronald and Mary Ann Lachman Foundation is a private foundation in Northbrook, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $81,003 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,800 and the largest $31,500. 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$81,003
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,800
- Largest grant$31,500
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $65,540 the year before.
31% 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 | $79,500 | 9 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $65,540 | 12 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $81,003 | 15 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Ronald and Mary Ann Lachman 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 Ronald and Mary Ann Lachman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $54,203 |
| New York | 2 | $15,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $5,200 |
| Michigan | 1 | $3,600 |
| Washington | 2 | $1,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alexader Graham Bell Montessori Sch | Educational | $31,500 |
| Jewish National Fund | Charitable | $15,000 |
| CUE College | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Illinois Holocaust Museum | Educational | $5,000 |
| US Holocaust Museum | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Wbez - Public Radio Chicago | Educational | $5,000 |
| Hillel of Farmington Hill Mi | Educational | $3,600 |
| Jewish Council on Urban Affairs | Educational | $1,800 |
| Individual | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Food Animals Concerns Trust | Charitable | $585 |
| Descendants of Holocaust Survivors | Charitable | $500 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Seattl | Charitable | $500 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Charitable | $318 |
| Jewish Woman International | Charitable | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald Lachman
- Benjamin Lachman
- Julia Lachman
- Henry Lachman
Questions people ask
Does Ronald and Mary Ann Lachman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ronald and Mary Ann Lachman Foundation give?
$81,003 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,800.
Who runs Ronald and Mary Ann Lachman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ronald Lachman (Trustee), Benjamin Lachman (Trustee), Julia Lachman (Trustee) and Henry Lachman (Trustee).
What does Ronald and Mary Ann Lachman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.