THE KARDOS FAMILY FOUNDATION
Lake Forest, IL, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
37-6371315
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The Kardos Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that is currently open for unsolicited proposals. In the 2024 filing year, the foundation distributed a total of $125,000 across 16 grantees, primarily focusing on supporting initiatives within the foundations sector. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
LOYOLA ACADEMY
WILMETTE, IL
$60K
7%
TWELVE RIVERS FOUNDATION
STEUBENVILLE, OH
$40K
5%
MARIANS OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
WASHINGTON, DC
$35K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
21
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$4.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE KARDOS FAMILY FOUNDATION?
Yes. THE KARDOS FAMILY FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does THE KARDOS FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE KARDOS FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE KARDOS FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE KARDOS FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE KARDOS FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE KARDOS FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $125 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE KARDOS FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE KARDOS FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include LOYOLA ACADEMY, TWELVE RIVERS FOUNDATION, and MARIANS OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE KARDOS FAMILY FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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