Josh and Susie Kimelman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Josh and Susie Kimelman Foundation is a private foundation in Des Moines, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $23,200 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $4,500. 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$23,200
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$4,500
- Assets$488,871
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2024 was up from $22,200 the year before.
9% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $22,200 | 10 | $463,858 |
| 2024 | $23,200 | 11 | $488,871 |
How to apply
Josh and Susie Kimelman 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 Josh and Susie Kimelman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 9 | $16,500 |
| California | 1 | $3,600 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines Metro Opera | Support the performing arts organization's mission of providing opera performances. | $4,500 |
| Congregation Beth El | Support the synagogue's community functions. | $3,600 |
| Har Zion Temple | Aid the temple and its role in the community. | $3,100 |
| Temple Beth or | Aid the synagogue and its role in the community. | $3,000 |
| Tifereth Israel Synagogue | Aid the synagogue and its role in the community. | $3,000 |
| Des Moines Symphony | Support central iowa's largest performing arts organization. | $1,500 |
| Des Moines Art Center | Aid in engaging local and international audiences with the art of today. | $1,300 |
| Des Moines Public Library | Support and enrich the capabilities, resources, and services of the dsm public library system. | $1,000 |
| Greater Des Moines Public Art Foundation | Support public art projects as part of the organization's mission. | $1,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines | Support the organization's function of providing social services and connecting jews locally and abroad. | $700 |
| Iowa Jewish Historical Society | Support the organization's function of providing social services and connecting jews locally and abroad. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joshua D Kimelman
- Susan H Kimelman
Questions people ask
Does Josh and Susie Kimelman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Josh and Susie Kimelman Foundation give?
$23,200 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Josh and Susie Kimelman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joshua D Kimelman (President) and Susan H Kimelman (Secretary & Treasurer).
What does Josh and Susie Kimelman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and human services.