Abel and Judy Friedman Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlySkokie, Illinois · EIN 26-2647690 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$391K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$5.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $100,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
62% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillel International | Washington, DC | Community Organizations and Civic Affairs | $100,000 |
| Metro Chicago Hillel | Chicago, IL | Community Organizations and Civic Affairs | $100,000 |
| Northwestern Hillel | Evanston, IL | Community Organizations and Civic Affairs | $100,000 |
| Moishe House | Charlotte, NC | Community Organizations and Civic Affairs | $60,000 |
| Jewish Plays Project | Brooklyn, NY | Community Organizations and Civic Affairs | $15,000 |
| Brandeis University | Waltham, MA | Community Organizations and Civic Affairs | $10,000 |
| Healing Reigns | Bend, OR | Community Organizations and Civic Affairs | $5,000 |
| Open Heart Magic | Chicago, IL | Community Organizations and Civic Affairs | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $391,000 | 8 |
| 2024 | $110,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $146,500 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 17, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612609349100406
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-2647690
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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