Friedman-Kline Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Friedman-Kline Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $157,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$157,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $159,080 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 | $179,960 | 20 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $159,080 | 10 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $157,500 | 9 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
Friedman-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 Friedman-Kline Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 6 | $42,500 |
| Texas | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University | Educational | $100,000 |
| La Crime Stoppers | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Texas Hearing Institute | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Meals on Wheels West | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Greater Houston | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Foodbank of Southern California | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Westside Food Bank | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Arthur S Friedman
- James Michael Little
- Suzanne Hicks Friedman
- David A Friedman
Questions people ask
Does Friedman-Kline Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Friedman-Kline Family Foundation give?
$157,500 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Friedman-Kline Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Arthur S Friedman (President), James Michael Little (VP / Director), Suzanne Hicks Friedman (Director) and David A Friedman (Director).
What does Friedman-Kline Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger.