HL Epstein Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
HL Epstein Family Foundation is a private foundation in West Allis, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.8 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,750 and the largest $1.9 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$5.8 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,750
- Largest grant$1.9 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was up from $209,350 the year before.
42% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $192,485 | 25 | $4.2 million |
| 2023 | $209,350 | 22 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $5.8 million | 12 | $0 |
How to apply
HL Epstein 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 HL Epstein Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 3 | $5.7 million |
| California | 6 | $80,270 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $28,000 |
| New York | 1 | $11,500 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $1,800 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blatt Jacobs Family Fund | Funding of donor advised fund | $1.9 million |
| Good Fund | Funding of donor advised fund | $1.9 million |
| Mia Kaminsky Meyer Family Charitable Fund | Funding of donor advised fund | $1.9 million |
| Campbell Hall School | Education | $47,500 |
| Community Foundation of Jackson Hole Wy | Community | $28,000 |
| Syracuse University | Education | $11,500 |
| Rancho Mirage Writers Festival | Education | $10,000 |
| Kehillat Israel | Education | $9,670 |
| The Willows Community School | Education | $7,500 |
| Desert Community Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| Chabad of Tulane | Religious | $1,800 |
| Jewish Federation of the Desert | Religious | $600 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan Blatt
- Louise Kaminsky
- Renae L Rabe
Questions people ask
Does HL Epstein Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does HL Epstein Family Foundation give?
$5.8 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,750.
Who runs HL Epstein Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joan Blatt (Vice President), Louise Kaminsky (President) and Renae L Rabe (Secretary).
What does HL Epstein Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and faith communities.