The Kline Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kline Family Foundation is a private foundation in Beachwood, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $127,800 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$127,800
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $106,520 the year before.
23% 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 | $88,240 | 20 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $106,520 | 28 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $127,800 | 30 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
The Kline 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 Kline Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 17 | $75,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 5 | $14,800 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $6,000 |
| New York | 3 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Interlochen Center for the Arts | Scholarship for three students who study vocal arts, violin, and visual arts. | $25,000 |
| Greater Cleveland Food Bank Inc | General operating funds for exempt function | $19,000 |
| Fuchs Mizrachi School | General operating funds for exempt function | $10,000 |
| Park Synagogue of Cleveland | General operating funds for exempt function | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Naples Inc | General operating funds for exempt function | $7,800 |
| Cuyahoga Community College Foundation | For the first generation scholarship fund | $6,000 |
| Friendship Circle of Cleveland Inc | General operating funds for exempt function | $6,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General operating funds for exempt function | $6,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Cleveland | General operating funds for exempt function | $5,000 |
| Beth Tikvah of Naples | General operating funds for exempt function | $4,000 |
| Cleveland Museum of Art | General operating funds for exempt function | $2,500 |
| Lawrence School | General operating funds for exempt function | $2,500 |
| American Friends of Leket Israel | General operating funds for exempt function | $2,000 |
| Cleveland Chesed Center | General operating funds for exempt function | $2,000 |
| Hathaway Brown School | General operating funds for exempt function | $2,000 |
| Israel on Campus Coalition | General operating funds for exempt function | $2,000 |
| The Musical Arts Association DBA the Cleveland Orchestra | General operating funds for exempt function | $2,000 |
| University School | General operating funds for exempt function | $2,000 |
| Artis Naples Inc | General operating funds for exempt function | $2,000 |
| Bikur Cholim of Cleveland | General operating funds for exempt function | $1,500 |
| Matan Bsayser of Cleveland Inc | General operating funds for exempt function | $1,500 |
| Cleveland Sight Center | General operating funds for exempt function | $1,000 |
| Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund Inc | General operating funds for exempt function | $1,000 |
| Joseph & Florence Mandel Jewish Day School | General operating funds for exempt function | $1,000 |
| Kulanu Inc | General operating funds for exempt function | $1,000 |
| Midwest Campers Inc DBA Camp Stone | General operating funds for exempt function | $1,000 |
| Belev Echad Inc DBA One Heart | General operating funds for exempt function | $500 |
| Gulfshore Playhouse Inc | General operating funds for exempt function | $500 |
| The Naples Players Inc | General operating funds for exempt function | $500 |
| Friends of Disabled Veterans Inc | General operating funds for exempt function | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Stuart F Kline
- Theresia G Kline
- Lindsey Mayerfeld
- Andrew Kline
Questions people ask
Does The Kline Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kline Family Foundation give?
$127,800 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Kline Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stuart F Kline (President), Theresia G Kline (Vice President), Lindsey Mayerfeld (Secretary) and Andrew Kline (Treasurer).
What does The Kline Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.