The Puth Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Puth Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $72,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$72,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$527,452
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $12,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $66,300 | 6 | $237,247 |
| 2024 | $12,000 | 4 | $564,654 |
| 2025 | $72,500 | 10 | $527,452 |
How to apply
The Puth 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 Puth Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 3 | $45,000 |
| New York | 2 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $6,000 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wellesley College | For operations | $25,000 |
| American Promise Education Fund | For operations | $10,000 |
| Shady Side Academy | For operations | $10,000 |
| Tufts College | Fletcher history project | $10,000 |
| Brooklyn Public Library | For operations | $5,000 |
| Loblolly Community Foundation | For operations | $5,000 |
| New York Public Radio | For operations | $5,000 |
| Hobe Sound Cummunity Chest | For operations | $1,000 |
| Little Compton Food Bank | For operations | $1,000 |
| Ri Community Food Bank | For operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David W Puth
- Leslie A Puth
- Aydan E Acebes
- Kira C Kramer
Questions people ask
Does The Puth Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Puth Family Foundation give?
$72,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Puth Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David W Puth (President), Leslie A Puth (Treasurer), Aydan E Acebes (Vice President) and Kira C Kramer (Secretary).
What does The Puth Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and food and hunger.