The Kimmelman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kimmelman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Summit, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.9 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $34,000 and the largest $1.9 million. 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$3.9 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$34,000
- Largest grant$1.9 million
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $944,000 the year before.
60% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.2 million | 11 | $910,163 |
| 2024 | $944,000 | 17 | $922,332 |
| 2025 | $3.9 million | 17 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
The Kimmelman Family 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 Kimmelman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 4 | $3.0 million |
| California | 8 | $411,000 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | $284,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $150,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,694 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| DWK Family Fund | General charitable purposes | $1.9 million |
| Hackensack Meridian Health Foundation | General charitable purposes | $750,000 |
| Blair Academy | General charitable purposes | $333,333 |
| Los Angeles Sports and Entertainment | General charitable purposes | $250,000 |
| International Tennis Hall of Fame | General charitable purposes | $250,000 |
| Wake Forest University | General charitable purposes | $150,000 |
| TGR Live | General charitable purposes | $51,000 |
| Scholars of Finance | General charitable purposes | $40,000 |
| International Tennis Hall of Fame | General charitable purposes | $34,000 |
| The Bass Museum of Art | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Blair in Kenya | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Village Rising Foundation | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| The Gentle Barn Foundation | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Change Summer | General charitable purposes | $10,694 |
| Climate Resolve Los Angeles | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| The Gentle Barn Foundation | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Archdiocese of Los Angeles | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas W Kimmelman
Questions people ask
Does The Kimmelman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kimmelman Family Foundation give?
$3.9 million in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $34,000.
Who runs The Kimmelman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Douglas W Kimmelman (Trustee).
What does The Kimmelman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and environment and conservation.