The Friedman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Friedman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $73,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $21,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$73,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$21,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3,585
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $100,300 the year before.
50% 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 | $96,500 | 6 | $42,223 |
| 2024 | $100,300 | 9 | $33,668 |
| 2025 | $73,000 | 4 | $3,585 |
How to apply
The Friedman 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $43,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish United Fund | Unresticted charitable gift | $25,000 |
| PSFC | Unresticted charitable gift | $25,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Unresticted charitable gift | $18,000 |
| American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science Inc | Unresticted charitable gift | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Suzanne Friedman
- Julie Friedman Steele
- Albert Friedman
Questions people ask
Does The Friedman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Friedman Family Foundation give?
$73,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $21,500.
Who runs The Friedman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Suzanne Friedman (Trustee), Julie Friedman Steele (Trustee) and Albert Friedman (Chairman).