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Knowledge Systems Institute is a private corporation based in SKOKIE, IL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1988. The principal officer is Adp Chicago. It holds total assets of $4.2M. Annual income is reported at $2.5M. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of education. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. According to available records, Knowledge Systems Institute has made 9 grants totaling $148K, with a median grant of $20K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $25K, with an average award of $16K. The foundation has supported 9 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Nevada, Connecticut, California, which account for 33% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 9 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Knowledge Systems Institute primarily funds organizations in the area of education. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 9 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NV, CT, CA.
Knowledge Systems Institute has distributed a total of $148K across 9 grants. The median grant size is $20K, with an average of $16K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $25K.
Knowledge Systems Institute typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Knowledge Systems Institute is headquartered in SKOKIE, IL. While based in IL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 9 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cybele Chang | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $40K | $0 | $40K |
| Shi-Kuo Chang | BOARD CHAIR/DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Giuseppe Palese | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Xin Li | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Year | Return Type | |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 990PF | View |
Total Giving
$410K
Total Assets
$4.2M
Fair Market Value
$4.6M
Net Worth
$4.2M
Grants Paid
$148K
Contributions
$34K
Net Investment Income
$591K
Distribution Amount
$192K
Total: $4M
Total Grants
9
Total Giving
$148K
Average Grant
$16K
Median Grant
$20K
Unique Recipients
9
Most Common Grant
$25K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Nevada JourneysEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Reno, NV | $25K | 2023 |
| Girls With ImpactEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Greenwich, CT | $25K | 2023 |
| Camfed Usa FoundationEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | San Francisco, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| GirlstartEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Austin, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Science Club For GirlsEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cambridge, MA | $20K | 2023 |
| The Ocean CleanupEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | New York, NY | $17K | 2023 |
| Science 4 GirlsEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Stem Like A GirlEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Portland, OR | $5K | 2023 |
| Girls Plus EnvironmentEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Atlanta, GA | $500 | 2023 |