THE HARRIETTE AND TED PERLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION
CHICAGO, IL, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
81-1309979
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Single Organization Support
Regional Funder
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The Harriette and Ted Perlman Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that primarily funds initiatives in Illinois and New York, having paid a total of $845K in grants to seven grantees in 2024. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, it operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE FOUNDATION IS ORGANIZED TO FOSTER, PROMOTE, SUPPORT, DEVELOP, ENCOURAGE AND MAINTAIN THE BROAD, CHARITABLE, EDUCATIONAL, AND/OR RELIGIOUS PURPOSES OF THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF METROPOLITAN CHICAGO AND THE FOUNDATION AS AUTHORIZED IN THEIR BY-LAWS.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Law
Religion
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

SPERTUS INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH LEARNING AND LEADERSHIP
$1.5M
42%
SINAI HEALTH SYSTEM
$550K
15%
NORTH SHORE CONGREGATION ISRAEL
$500K
14%
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$460K
Median 2nd year grant
$750K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE HARRIETTE AND TED PERLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE HARRIETTE AND TED PERLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE HARRIETTE AND TED PERLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE HARRIETTE AND TED PERLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois and New York. 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 HARRIETTE AND TED PERLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE HARRIETTE AND TED PERLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $460 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE HARRIETTE AND TED PERLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE HARRIETTE AND TED PERLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $845 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE HARRIETTE AND TED PERLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE HARRIETTE AND TED PERLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 7 grantees. Recent grantees include SPERTUS INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH LEARNING AND LEADERSHIP, SINAI HEALTH SYSTEM, and NORTH SHORE CONGREGATION ISRAEL. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE HARRIETTE AND TED PERLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE HARRIETTE AND TED PERLMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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