The Kris and Kathy Heinzelman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kris and Kathy Heinzelman Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $131,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $85,000. 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$131,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$85,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $164,750 the year before.
33% 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 | $97,000 | 7 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $164,750 | 11 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $131,500 | 6 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
The Kris and Kathy Heinzelman 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 Kris and Kathy Heinzelman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $101,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $10,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Film at Lincoln Center | General support | $85,000 |
| Seward House Museum | General support | $16,000 |
| The International Institute for Strategic Studies | General support | $10,000 |
| Yale Law School | General support | $10,000 |
| Yale University | General support | $10,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kris F Heinzelman
- Kathy Heinzelman
Questions people ask
Does The Kris and Kathy Heinzelman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kris and Kathy Heinzelman Foundation give?
$131,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Kris and Kathy Heinzelman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kris F Heinzelman (Trustee) and Kathy Heinzelman (Trustee).
What does The Kris and Kathy Heinzelman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.