Cahnman Berman Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 46-3322548 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$155K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$3.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,250 and $11,624.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
40% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jewish National Fund | Northbrook, IL | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $75,028 |
| Depaul University | Chicago, IL | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $42,270 |
| Himalayan Cataract Project | Waterbury, VT | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $11,624 |
| Francis W Parker School | Chicago, IL | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $10,567 |
| Pacific Legal Foundation | Sacramento, CA | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Working in the Schools Inc | Chicago, IL | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Rhode Island School of Design | Providence, RI | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $2,500 |
| Paid to an Individual | Northbrook, IL | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $1,250 |
| Cambodian Childrens Fund | Santa Monica, CA | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $1,050 |
| Elyssa's Mission NFP | Northbrook, IL | Support of recipient's charitable activities | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $154,789 | 10 |
| 2023 | $169,544 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 18, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543219349108824
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-3322548
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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