Kern Foundation Trust
Invitation OnlyPo Box Chicago, Illinois · EIN 36-6107250 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$1M
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$110,510
Total assets$23M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $920,930.
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.
Where it gives
33% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theosophical Society in America | Wheaton, IL | General support | $920,930 |
| Krotona Institute of Theosophy | Ojai, CA | General support | $110,510 |
| The Theosophical Order of Service USA | Wheaton, IL | General support | $15,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,046,440 | 3 |
| 2023 | $1,072,133 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 5, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503099349102000
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-6107250
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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