Knowledge Systems Institute
Invitation OnlySkokie, Illinois · EIN 36-3085682 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2024)$78K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$4.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $20,000.
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
90% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rodale Institute | Kutztown, PA | Exempt purpose of organization | $30,000 |
| Girlstart | Austin, TX | Exempt purpose of organization | $20,000 |
| Science Club for Girls | Cambridge, MA | Exempt purpose of organization | $20,000 |
| Sierra Nevada Journeys | Reno, NV | Exempt purpose of organization | $20,000 |
| Camfed USA Foundation | San Francisco, CA | Exempt purpose of organization | $15,000 |
| Science 4 Girls | Chicago, IL | Exempt purpose of organization | $6,000 |
| Ecological Farming Association | Santa Cruz, CA | Exempt purpose of organization | $5,000 |
| Grizzly Corps - UC Berkeley Foundation | Berkeley, CA | Exempt purpose of organization | $5,000 |
| STEM Like a Girl | Portland, OR | Exempt purpose of organization | $3,000 |
| Fun With Academics | San Diego, CA | Exempt purpose of organization - these funds were returned | -$46,320 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $77,680 | 10 |
| 2023 | $147,500 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jul 8, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202521899349101102
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-3085682
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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