Klingstein Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Klingstein Foundation is a private foundation in Harrisonburg, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $9,100 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $450 and the largest $4,800. 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$9,100
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$450
- Largest grant$4,800
- Assets$218,556
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $7,400 the year before.
30% 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 | $10,550 | 13 | $189,398 |
| 2024 | $7,400 | 12 | $203,678 |
| 2025 | $9,100 | 10 | $218,556 |
How to apply
Klingstein 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 Klingstein Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 1 | $4,800 |
| Virginia | 9 | $4,300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wwoz-Fm | Support fine arts | $4,800 |
| Eastern Mennonite University Kay Gillette Scholarship | Support educational programs | $1,000 |
| Harrisonburg Turks Baseball | Support amateur athletics | $750 |
| Bpoe Lodge 450 | Support charitable activities | $500 |
| Valley Open Doors | Support charitable activities | $500 |
| Harrisonburg Salvation Army | Support charitable activities | $400 |
| Massanutten Regional Library | Support educational programs | $400 |
| Rockingham-Harrisonburg SPCA | Support animal welfare | $400 |
| H'burg-R'ham Big Brothers-Big Siste | Support charitable activities | $250 |
| Virginia Athletic Foundation | Support higher education | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald Koontz
- Robert Gillette
- David Koontz
Questions people ask
Does Klingstein Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Klingstein Foundation give?
$9,100 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $450.
Who runs Klingstein Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Donald Koontz (President), Robert Gillette (Vice Preside) and David Koontz (Secretary).
What does Klingstein Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.