The Kramer Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Kramer Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Reno, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $217,000 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $27,500. 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$217,000
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$27,500
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $186,500 the year before.
39% 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 | $189,250 | 34 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $186,500 | 26 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $217,000 | 33 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
The Kramer Family Foundation Inc 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 Kramer Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Maryland. It also paid $500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 9 | $68,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $28,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $20,000 |
| Nevada | 6 | $18,500 |
| New Hampshire | 3 | $17,500 |
| New York | 3 | $14,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $12,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $12,000 |
| California | 2 | $10,000 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| College Affordable | Education | $27,500 |
| John Hopkins University | Education | $26,000 |
| Community Food Initiatives | Charitable-fighting hunger | $20,000 |
| Franklin Academy | Education | $12,000 |
| Itineris Foundation Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
| NDSCS Foundation | Education | $8,000 |
| Adelante Latina | Education | $7,500 |
| All Faiths Food Bank | Charity | $7,500 |
| Temple B'nai Israel | Education | $7,500 |
| Feast | Health - eating disorders | $6,000 |
| Maryland Food Bank | Charitable | $6,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Inc | Civil liberties | $5,500 |
| Boosted Diplomas | Tutoring | $5,500 |
| Baltimore Polytechnic Institute Foundation Inc | Education | $5,000 |
| Cooper Riis Healing Community | Healthhealth | $5,000 |
| Feeding South Florida Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Foodshed | Food justice | $5,000 |
| John Hopkins Children's Center - Kramer-Biegel Educational Endowment Fund | Education | $5,000 |
| Mercy Foundation | Community health | $5,000 |
| National Ms Society | Charity | $5,000 |
| New Hampshire Food Bank Co Feeding America | Charitable | $5,000 |
| New Hampshire Public Radio | Education | $5,000 |
| Soulful Seeds Community Garden | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| Adl | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Wypr | Charitable | $2,500 |
| The Eddy House | Helping homeless youth | $2,000 |
| Brown Dog Coalition & Rescue | Animal foster organization | $1,000 |
| Marian House | Women empowerment | $1,000 |
| Friends of Nevada Wilderness | Protecting wilderness | $500 |
| Sky Tavern Inc | Education | $500 |
| Sungai Watch | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Karl J Kramer
- Michelle D Sherven
Questions people ask
Does The Kramer Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kramer Family Foundation Inc give?
$217,000 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Kramer Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Karl J Kramer (President) and Michelle D Sherven (Vice President).
What does The Kramer Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and health.