The Kangesser Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kangesser Foundation is a private foundation in Newton, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $203,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $23,000 and the largest $57,500. 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$203,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$23,000
- Largest grant$57,500
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $245,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $107,500 | 7 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $245,000 | 7 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $203,000 | 7 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
The Kangesser 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 Kangesser Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 4 | $117,500 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $85,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hebrew Academy of Cleveland | Charitable support | $57,500 |
| Combined Jewish Philanthropies of Greater Boston Inc | Charitable support | $55,000 |
| Joseph and Florence Mandel Jewish Day School | Capital fund and annual fund support | $50,000 |
| Jewish Family & Children's Services | General charitable support | $23,000 |
| Brigham and Women's Hospital | Charitable, cardiovascular medicine support | $7,500 |
| Hathaway Brown School | Charitable annual fund and building fund general support | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Cleveland | Charitable campaign for jewish needs | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hedy Kangesser Adler
- David F Adler
Questions people ask
Does The Kangesser Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kangesser Foundation give?
$203,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $23,000.
Who runs The Kangesser Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Hedy Kangesser Adler (President/Treasurer) and David F Adler (Secretary).
What does The Kangesser Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.