The Kaufmann Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kaufmann Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $328,500 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $65,000. 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$328,500
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was down from $353,500 the year before.
27% 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 | $375,000 | 27 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $353,500 | 23 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $328,500 | 26 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
The Kaufmann 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 Kaufmann Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $191,500 |
| Connecticut | 7 | $95,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $7,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City Harvest | Charitable | $65,000 |
| Food Bank of Lower Fairfield | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Stamford Hospital | Charitable | $30,000 |
| The Nightingale Bamford School | Charitable | $16,000 |
| Association to Benefit Children | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Coalition for the Homeless | Charitable | $15,000 |
| The Young Center for Immigrant Chil | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $14,000 |
| Project Art | Charitable | $14,000 |
| Harlem Children Zone | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Americares | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Alliance for Cancer Gene Therapy | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $10,000 |
| City Meals on Wheels | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Individual | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Child Guidance Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Inspirica | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Doe Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Children's Aid Society | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Clothes to Kids of Fairfield | Charitable | $5,000 |
| International Community Fdn | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Rainbow Railroad USA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Family Reach Fdn | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Share the Harvest | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Bronfman Fellowship | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald Kaufmann
- Andrew Kaufmann
- Jacqueline K Tooter
- Susan Kaufmann
Questions people ask
Does The Kaufmann Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kaufmann Foundation give?
$328,500 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Kaufmann Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ronald Kaufmann (Vice President), Andrew Kaufmann (President), Jacqueline K Tooter (Secretary) and Susan Kaufmann (Treasurer).
What does The Kaufmann Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and food and hunger.