The Neisser Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Neisser Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $260,960 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $92,160. 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$260,960
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$92,160
- Assets$59,051
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $215,500 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 | $209,500 | 10 | $24,603 |
| 2024 | $215,500 | 12 | $31,012 |
| 2025 | $260,960 | 16 | $59,051 |
How to apply
The Neisser 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 The Neisser Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 14 | $240,960 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fulcrum Point New Music Project | Public charity support | $92,160 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Public charity support | $26,000 |
| Erickson Institute | Public charity support | $25,000 |
| Design Museum of Chicago | Public charity support | $20,000 |
| Francis W Parker School | Public charity support | $20,000 |
| Chicago Architecture Center | Public charity support | $10,000 |
| Merit School of Music | Public charity support | $10,000 |
| NPR | Public charity support | $10,000 |
| Skidmore College | Public charity support | $10,000 |
| Snow City Arts | Public charity support | $10,000 |
| Window to the World Communications Inc | Public charity support | $10,000 |
| Society for Contemporary Art (Art Institute of Chicago) | Public charity support | $5,000 |
| Illinois Institute of Tech | Public charity support | $5,000 |
| Planned Parendhood of Illinois | Public charity support | $5,000 |
| Moadon Kol Chadash | Public charity support | $1,800 |
| Asian Pop Up Cinema | Public charity support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Katherine Neisser
- Isaac Neisser Burns
- Edward Neisser Burns
Questions people ask
Does The Neisser Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Neisser Family Foundation give?
$260,960 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Neisser Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Katherine Neisser (Director, President), Isaac Neisser Burns (Director) and Edward Neisser Burns (Director).
What does The Neisser Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.