Pogrund Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 36-3688944 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$220K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$239K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,800 and $5,000.
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
16% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magen David Adom | New York, NY | Charitable | $115,000 |
| Associated Talmud Torah of Chgo | Skokie, IL | Education | $50,000 |
| Jewish United Fund | Chicago, IL | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Jewish Learning Fund | Chicago, IL | Education | $5,000 |
| The Ark | Chicago, IL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Haddasah | New York, NY | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Hillel Torah Day School | Skokie, IL | Education | $5,000 |
| Solomon Schechter Day School | Northbrook, IL | Education | $5,000 |
| Northwestern Law School | Chicago, IL | Education | $3,000 |
| Skokie Valley Synagogue | Skokie, IL | Religious | $1,800 |
| Chicago Loop Synagogue | Chicago, IL | Religious | $500 |
| Various 250 | Chicago, IL | Education | $125 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $220,425 | 12 |
| 2023 | $98,500 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513169349102541
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-3688944
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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