A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc
A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc is a private foundation based in Mequon, Wisconsin. Its filings report grants to charitable organizations, including educational, cultural, health, and human-services organizations.
A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc at a glance
In short: A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc gave $361K across 47 grants in 2022 (avg $8K), top state Wisconsin. Source: 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2022)
- $361,000
- -60.1% vs 2021
- Grants made (2022)
- 47
- +2250.0% vs 2021
- Average grant
- $7,681
- -98.3% vs 2021
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Primary geography
- Wisconsin (37% of itemized 2022 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2022; updated September 2026.
How to apply to A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 10144 N Port Washington Road 2-B, Mequon, WI 53092
Phone: (414) 273-1680
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2022
The largest 2022 recipient was Jewish Community Foundation ($95K across 2 grants). Together the top 10 received $220K.
Grant Size Distribution
49 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 47 grants of 49 (96%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2022, Wisconsin received the largest share of grant dollars, at 37%, followed by New York (17%), California (14%), the District of Columbia (7%), and Nevada (6%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2022 grant dollars across all 47 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc gives
- In 2022 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2022, annual grant giving ranged from $361K (2022) to $905K (2021). In 2022 it made 47 grants totaling $361K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Community Foundation Milwaukee, WI | General Support | $92,000 |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation Milwaukee, WI | General Support | $27,000 |
| Jewish National Fund ADI Negev Reseda, CA | General Support | $25,000 |
| Jewish National Fund Timna Park New York, NY | General Support | $20,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Washington, DC | General Support | $10,000 |
| Northwestern University Chicago, IL | General Support | $10,000 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Washington, DC | General Support | $10,000 |
| Jewish Home & Care Center Foundation Milwaukee, WI | General Support | $8,000 |
| Jewish National Fund New York, NY | General Support | $7,500 |
| USC Advancement Gift Services Los Angeles, CA | General Support | $7,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | $-5,690 | $382,832 | $361,000 | 47 | $382,832 | — | $15,793 |
| 2021 | $388,522 | $-259,326 | $965,277 | $905,405 | 2 | — | — | — |
| 2020 | $1,613,125 | $76,727 | $110,274 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | $1,646,672 | $112,169 | $110,723 | — | — | — | $22,167 | — |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc reported a distributable amount of $16K for 2022 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The 2021 filing describes the organization’s aim of continuing its educational and nonprofit activities in conjunction with the Cedarburg Landmark Preservation Society, Inc. It says the organization transferred most of its artwork, collectibles, display materials, and related items to that society.
Reported grantees illustrate the range of organizations supported. The University of Wisconsin Foundation says it advances the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s objectives by encouraging alumni, donor, and friend engagement and support. Northwestern University describes its work as excellent teaching, innovative research, and students’ personal and intellectual growth. Jewish National Fund says it works to build a prosperous future for Israel and its people. Other recipients include organizations whose stated missions address healthcare, food and shelter for people in need, financial stability for military families, and support for victims of commercial sexual exploitation.
Grantmaking
In 2022, the foundation reported 47 grants totaling $361,000. The median grant was $5,000; individual grants ranged from $1,000 to $92,000. In 2021, it reported two grants totaling $905,405.
The largest reported 2022 grants included $92,000 to Jewish Community Foundation for general support, $27,000 to University of Wisconsin Foundation for general support, $25,000 to Jewish National Fund Adi Negev for general support, and $20,000 to Jewish National Fund Timna Park for general support. Other listed grants included $10,000 each to American Friends of Magen David, Northwestern University, and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, all for general support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2022 filing lists Daniel Chudnow as president, David Chudnow as vice-president, Lois Infeld as secretary, and Robert Chudnow as director.
A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc is led by Daniel Chudnow, President on every filing since 2019; none of the 4 officers listed in 2022 report compensation.
Officers on the 2022 filing
Daniel Chudnow
President
On filings since 2019
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Robert Chudnow
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David Chudnow
Vice President
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lois Infeld
Secretary
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (6)
- Former: Arleen Peltz (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Brittany Grayson (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: David Stroik (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Donald Chudnow (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Jacqueline Redlich (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Sammi Jo Nevin (2019–2021) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2022. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc
How much does A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc give each year?
A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc gave $361K across 47 grants in 2022, according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2021 it gave $905K across 2 grants.
What is A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc's typical grant size?
A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc's median grant in 2022 was $5,000, and its average grant was $7,681, across 47 grants on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc give grants?
A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc's top state is Wisconsin, with 37% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New York (17%) and California (14%). The most frequent recipient cities were Los Angeles, CA (6 grants), New York, NY (5 grants), Milwaukee, WI (4 grants) and Washington, DC (3 grants).
Does A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc's 2022 grants with a stated purpose (47 of 47) were for general or operating support, per its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc's largest grantees?
A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc's largest 2022 grantees include Jewish Community Foundation ($95,000 across 2 grants), University of Wisconsin Foundation ($27,000) and Jewish National Fund ADI Negev ($25,000), according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 41% of its itemized 2022 grant dollars.
What does A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc fund?
The 2021 filing describes the organization’s aim of continuing its educational and nonprofit activities in conjunction with the Cedarburg Landmark Preservation Society, Inc. It says the organization transferred most of its artwork, collectibles, display materials, and related items to that society. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2022, A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc reported a distributable amount of $16K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc's EIN?
A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 39-1725827. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2022.
Does A Chudnow & Sons Historical Museum Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS May 12, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 4, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS July 26, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS February 24, 2023)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2022
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