Kahn Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kahn Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Wellesley, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $311,450 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$311,450
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $90,925 the year before.
21% 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 | $126,400 | 41 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $90,925 | 38 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $311,450 | 39 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Kahn Family Charitable 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 Kahn Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 18 | $271,150 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $3,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $2,100 |
| Florida | 2 | $2,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $1,600 |
| New York | 4 | $1,300 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $1,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brigham and Women's Hospital | Program support | $200,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Program support | $25,000 |
| The Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB) | Program support | $25,000 |
| Wellspring Inc DBA Wellspring Multi-Service Center | Program support | $10,000 |
| Chabad House Jewish Center | Program support | $5,000 |
| Rosie's Place | Program support | $5,000 |
| Team New England Youth Academy Inc | Program support | $5,000 |
| The Progeria Research Foundation | Program support | $5,000 |
| Pine Street Inn | Program support | $4,000 |
| Cradles to Crayons | Program support | $3,000 |
| Freshman Fresh Start Inc | Program support | $2,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of Massachusetts & Rhode Island Inc | Program support | $2,000 |
| Meals on Wheels America | Program support | $2,000 |
| Mount Snow Adaptive Sports Inc | Program support | $2,000 |
| Wellesley Food Pantry | Program support | $2,000 |
| Berkshire Hills Music Academy | Program support | $1,000 |
| Feed the Children Inc | Program support | $1,000 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | Program support | $1,000 |
| Jewish Adoption and Foster Care Options Inc (Jafco) | Program support | $1,000 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | Program support | $1,000 |
| Share Our Strength (No Kid Hungry) | Program support | $1,000 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Program support | $1,000 |
| Wellesley Friendly Aid Association | Program support | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Program support | $1,000 |
| Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country (Kerr County Flood Relief) | Program support | $1,000 |
| Mercy Ships | Program support | $600 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Program support | $500 |
| The Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation Inc | Program support | $500 |
| United Service Organizations (Uso) | Program support | $500 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars Foundation | Program support | $500 |
| The Home for Little Wanderers | Program support | $500 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind Inc | Program support | $300 |
| The Salvation Army Massachusetts | Program support | $300 |
| Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries Inc | Program support | $250 |
| Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals | Program support | $100 |
| Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) International | Program support | $100 |
| The Humane Society of the United States | Program support | $100 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Program support | $100 |
| American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Ascpa) | Program support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Jordan A Kahn
- Susan R Kahn
- Lawrence M Kahn
- Kris D Kahn
- Torianio D White
Questions people ask
Does Kahn Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kahn Family Charitable Foundation give?
$311,450 in tax year 2025, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Kahn Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jordan A Kahn (Trustee), Susan R Kahn (Trustee), Lawrence M Kahn (Trustee) and Kris D Kahn (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Kahn Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, food and hunger and education.