Josh and Susie Kimelman Foundation
Invitation OnlyDes Moines, Iowa · EIN 46-4381300 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$25K
Organizations funded13
Typical grant$1,250
Total assets$544K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $3,050.
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
15% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines Metro Opera | Indianola, IA | Support the performing arts organization's mission of providing opera performances. | $5,000 |
| Congregation Beth El | LA Jolla, CA | Support the synagogue's community functions. | $3,600 |
| Har Zion Temple | Penn Valley, PA | Aid the temple and its role in the community. | $3,200 |
| Temple Beth Or | Raleigh, IA | Aid the synagogue and its role in the community. | $3,050 |
| Tifereth Israel Synagogue | Des Moines, IA | Aid the synagogue and its role in the community. | $3,000 |
| Des Moines Symphony | Des Moines, IA | Support central iowa's largest performing arts organization. | $1,500 |
| Des Moines Art Center | Des Moines, IA | Aid in engaging local and international audiences with the art of today. | $1,250 |
| Des Moines Public Library | Des Moines, IA | Support and enrich the capabilities, resources, and services of the dsm public library system. | $1,000 |
| Greater Des Moines Public Art Foundation | Des Moines, IA | Support public art projects as part of the organization's mission. | $1,000 |
| Iowa Jewish Historical Society | Waukee, IA | Support the organization's function of providing social services and connecting jews locally and abroad. | $500 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines | Waukee, IA | Support the organization's function of providing social services and connecting jews locally and abroad. | $500 |
| Iowa Public Radio | Des Moines, IA | Support the organization's projects and mission. | $500 |
| Planned Parenthood | Des Moines, IA | Aid the organization and its role in the community. | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,600 | 13 |
| 2024 | $23,200 | 11 |
| 2023 | $22,200 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642479349100614
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-4381300
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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