The Wilfred J Minkus Charitable Trust
Accepts applications
The Wilfred J Minkus Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Skokie, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $98,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$98,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $89,000 the year before.
23% 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 | $64,000 | 10 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $89,000 | 10 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $98,000 | 13 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Rebecca Minkus Lieberman 85 Mulberry East Rd, Deerfield, IL 60015 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (847) 674-7356 |
What The Wilfred J Minkus Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $57,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $15,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gabriel Project Mumbai | General | $15,000 |
| Moriah Congregation | General | $15,000 |
| The Ark Chicago | General | $10,000 |
| Tulane Chabad | General | $10,000 |
| UW Chabad | General | $10,000 |
| Camp Ramah in Wisconsin | General | $8,000 |
| Solomon Schechter Day School | Educational institution | $8,000 |
| Chicago Jewish Day School | Educational institution | $5,000 |
| Rochelle Zell Jewish High School | Educational institution | $5,000 |
| Libenu | General | $3,000 |
| Svivah | General | $3,000 |
| Hinda Institute | General | $3,000 |
| Sacred Spaces | General | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rebecca Minkus-Lieberman
- Michael Minkus
Questions people ask
Does The Wilfred J Minkus Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Wilfred J Minkus Charitable Trust give?
$98,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs The Wilfred J Minkus Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Rebecca Minkus-Lieberman (President) and Michael Minkus (Vice President).
What does The Wilfred J Minkus Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.