Richard and Martha Melman Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 36-4140849 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$365K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$7.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $30,000.
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
30% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Chicago, IL | Charitable | $210,000 |
| Harold and Carole Pump Foundation | Sherman Oaks, CA | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Metropolitan Family Services | Chicago, IL | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs | Chicago, IL | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Adl | Chicago, IL | Charitable | $15,000 |
| California Restaurant Foundation | Sacramento, CA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Joffrey Ballet | Chicago, IL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Am Yisrael | Northfield, IL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Israel Cancer Research Fund | New York, NY | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Glenkirk | Northbrook, IL | Charitable | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $365,000 | 10 |
| 2024 | $393,600 | 9 |
| 2023 | $301,600 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 19, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622319349100667
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-4140849
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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