Senser Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Senser Foundation is a private foundation in Highland Park, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $416,400 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $120,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$416,400
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$23,383
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was down from $629,000 the year before.
39% of its 2024 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 | $629,000 | 17 | $8,994 |
| 2024 | $416,400 | 18 | $23,383 |
How to apply
Senser 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 Senser Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $140,000 |
| Illinois | 10 | $128,900 |
| Florida | 1 | $40,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $37,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| America Gives | Promote and facilitate philanthropy in the us and israel | $120,000 |
| Bright Star Community Outreach | Empower residents to share in community building | $50,000 |
| Fuente Latina | Provide educational programs and events to spanish language speakers regarding the middle east | $40,000 |
| Moving Traditions | Inspire youth to to a life of jewish commitment and learning | $40,000 |
| Jewish Women International | Empower women and girls to thrive in healthy relationships | $30,000 |
| Red Tent Fund | Provide access to womens' healthcare guided by jewish values | $30,000 |
| Bnai Abraham-Zion Congregation (Glasser Preschool) | Promote preschool education | $11,000 |
| Camp Young Judaea Midwest | Support general operations | $10,000 |
| Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago | Community funds/trusts and federated giving program | $10,000 |
| Little Village Environmental Justice Organization | Environmental justice | $10,000 |
| Neighbors for Environmental Justice | Eduate, advocate, and organize local community for environmental causes | $10,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds | Education | $10,000 |
| Shalom Hartman Institute | Education | $10,000 |
| Shalva | Family violence shelters and services | $10,000 |
| Foundation for the Defense of Democracies | Research institutes and/or public policy analysis | $7,500 |
| Planned Parenthood of Illinois | Promote affordable access to reproductive health care and family planning | $7,500 |
| The Ark | Human services | $5,400 |
| Jewish Free Loan Chicago | No-interest loans to individuals for charitable purposes | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jerrold Senser
Questions people ask
Does Senser Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Senser Foundation give?
$416,400 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Senser Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jerrold Senser (Trustee).
What does Senser Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.