The TLK Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The TLK Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $130,900 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $28,000. 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$130,900
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$28,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was down from $146,700 the year before.
46% 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 | $136,300 | 15 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $146,700 | 15 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $130,900 | 11 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
The TLK 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 TLK Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $119,800 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $7,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design Inc | General purpose | $28,000 |
| American Friends of Shalva | General purpose | $25,000 |
| The Heschel School | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment | General purpose | $10,000 |
| US Friends of Yad Ezrah | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Pardes Institute | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Penn Hillel | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Columbia University | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Tov Vachesed Inc | General purpose | $5,000 |
| The Chesed Fund - Boots for Israel | General purpose | $3,600 |
| Lincoln Square Synagogue | General purpose | $1,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda Kaufthal
- Joshua Kaufthal
- David Kaufthal
Questions people ask
Does The TLK Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The TLK Foundation give?
$130,900 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The TLK Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Linda Kaufthal (Secretary), Joshua Kaufthal (President) and David Kaufthal (Treasurer).
What does The TLK Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.