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The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation

Wilmington, Delaware  ·  EIN 822658347  ·  Private foundation

The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation is a private foundation based in Wilmington, Delaware. Its most recent IRS Form 990-PF reports $959K in grants paid and $23.5M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 256 individual grants from this funder — $7.1M awarded across 2019–2024 — including its support for adult education. Below is its full funding profile.

$959K
Annual giving (FY2020)
$23.5M
Total assets
256
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation funds

The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, early childhood education, education, environment & conservation, faith-based (christian), and related causes.

Adult EducationEarly Childhood EducationEducationEnvironment & ConservationFaith-Based (Christian)Food & AgricultureHealth CareHigher EducationHousing & HomelessnessK-12 Education

Populations it has supported include children, families, homeless population, low-income communities, older adults, women girls.

childrenfamilieshomeless populationlow-income communitiesolder adultswomen girlsyouth pop

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Sts Cyril and Methodius Church
To fund demolition of the convent building on the grounds of the Church
Bridgeport, CT$198K2019
Bridgeport Rescue Mission Inc
For kitchen renovations at the Bridgeport Rescue Mission's new Smilow Community Care Center John and Ethel Kashulon Community Kitchen signag
Bridgeport, CT$175K2019
Bridgeport Rescue Mission Inc
For kitchen renovations at the Bridgeport Rescue Mission's new Smilow Community Care Center
Bridgeport, CT$175K2020
Sts Cyril and Methodius Church
To fund the church's Bell Tower Restoration
Bridgeport, CT$117K2019
St Theresa School LLC
To help revitalize Catholic Education at St Theresa's School, by providing funding for the following: Chromebooks, 3rd Grade Teacher Salary
Trumbull, CT$109K2020
St Aloysius Church Corporation
To help fund the church's Faith-Based Education Initiatives, including the creation of an innovative curriculum in grades pre-K through 6
New Canaan, CT$100K2024
Catholic Relief Services Inc
Driving Mission Agility, Strengthening Families and Empowering Youth initiatives
Harlan, IA$100K2024
Fairfield College Preparatory School
Beyond The Classroom project, which will expand transportation services to Fairfield Prep students and establish a college tour program
Fairfield, CT$100K2024
Wilkes University
John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation Endowed Scholarship fund
Wilkes Barre, PA$100K2019
St Aloysius Church Corporation
Faith-Based Education Initiatives, including the creation of an innovative curriculum in grades pre-K through 6
New Canaan, CT$100K2023
The Carver Inc
after school activities fund
Norwalk, CT$100K2023
Ss Cyril & Methodius Church
To fund improvements to the Convent vacant lot, including the installation of lighting and fencing, blacktop paving, and removal of trees
Bridgeport, CT$96K2020
Anchor Academy Inc - Regina Pacis Academy
scholarship fund, and grade 4 teacher salary fund
Norwalk, CT$92K2022
St Johns Roman Catholic Church
Saint John Preschool - to help fund the modernization of preschool classrooms
Darien, CT$80K2024
Christian Heritage School Inc
To fund Heritage Next Generation Scholarships for students needing assistance to attend the school
Trumbull, CT$75K2024

The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2019$1.5M
2020$959K
2022$1.4M
2023$1.6M
2024$1.7M

How to apply for funding from The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation

The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal.

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Frequently asked questions about The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation

Does The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation accept grant applications?
The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation fund?
The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation's grants focus on adult education. Recent recipients include Sts Cyril and Methodius Church, Bridgeport Rescue Mission Inc, Bridgeport Rescue Mission Inc. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation give in grants?
The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation reported $959K in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $7.1M over 256 grants.
Where is The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation located?
The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation is based in Wilmington, Delaware. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 822658347.
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About this profile. This page is built from The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with The John and Ethel Kashulon Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.