The Philip and Harriet Klein
The Philip and Harriet Klein Foundation is a family foundation based in Baltimore, Maryland, established in 1997. The foundation provides financial support to non-profit organizations dedicated to strengthening cultural, religious, and scientific activities and programs. The Klein family maintains deep roots in the Baltimore community, with more than five decades of leadership and commitment to improving the lives of Marylanders.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$10.7M
-1.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.1M
-30.0% YoY
Grant Count
37
+2.8% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$31K
-31.9% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Philip and Harriet Klein reported a distributable amount of $1.2M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission is to support cultural, religious, and scientific causes at home and abroad. The foundation gives primarily for Jewish organizations and supports non-profit initiatives in the Baltimore area as well as globally, with a focus on community, culture, and education.
Historically, both Philip and Harriet Klein were deeply connected to organizations including Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore Museum of Art, Beth Tfiloh Congregation, National Aquarium, University of Baltimore, and The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore.
Grantmaking
The foundation is an active grantmaker in the Baltimore philanthropic community. Recent grantmaking activity includes:
Grant Range
**: Awards typically range from $1,000 to $430,000
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in the Baltimore metropolitan region and Maryland. However, the foundation also supports causes globally, with particular emphasis on Jewish causes and international relief efforts.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $10.9 million
- Total Revenues: $1,805,480
- Total Expenses: $1,657,704
- Total Giving: Approximately $1.1 to $1.6 million annually
- Giving Rate: 14.9% of assets
Revenue Composition (2023):
- Total grants and contributions: $131,169
- Investment income and dividends: $78,820
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $10,703,100 | $10,867,825 | $10,720,049 |
| Revenue | $1,023,251 | $1,805,480 | $994,870 |
| Expenses | $1,186,872 | $1,657,704 | $1,081,758 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $1,186,872 | $1,657,704 | $1,081,758 |
| Net Investment Income | $856,606 | $1,632,537 | $838,234 |
| Distributable Amount | $1,243,710 | $1,288,457 | $1,306,433 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
161 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include The Associated ($330,000), American Technion Society ($200,000), Lifebridge Health ($105,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN TECHNION SOCIETY NEW YORK, NY | GENERAL SUPPORT | $200,000 |
| UNIVERSITY OF BALTIMORE FOUNDATION BALTIMORE, MD | GENERAL SUPPORT | $50,000 |
| THE ASSOCIATED BALTIMORE, MD | GENERAL SUPPORT | $330,000 |
| BAR ILAN NEW YORK, NY | GENERAL SUPPORT | $30,000 |
| SHORESH BALTIMORE, MD | GENERAL SUPPORT | $5,000 |
| JEWISH NATIONAL FUND ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY | GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
| AMERICAN VISIONARY ART MUSEUM BALTIMORE, MD | GENERAL SUPPORT | $5,000 |
| BOYSTOWN JERUSALEM NEW YORK, NY | GENERAL SUPPORT | $5,000 |
| BALTIMORE MUSEUM OF ART BALTIMORE, MD | GENERAL SUPPORT | $5,000 |
| LIFEBRIDGE HEALTH BALTIMORE, MD | GENERAL SUPPORT | $105,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation is currently led by Jeffrey and Daniel Klein, continuing the family's philanthropic legacy.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| P JUSTIN PEARLSTONE | Trustee | 0.25 | — |
| JEFFREY ROSEN | Trustee | 0.25 | — |
| DANIEL J KLEIN | Trustee/PRES | 2 | — |
Recent Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has pledged $500,000 in matching emergency relief funds to support Israel during times of crisis, reflecting the family's commitment to supporting Jewish causes, particularly when the Jewish people face challenges.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Philip and Harriet Klein fund?
The foundation's mission is to support cultural, religious, and scientific causes at home and abroad. The foundation gives primarily for Jewish organizations and supports non-profit initiatives in the Baltimore area as well as globally, with a focus on community, culture, and education. Historically, both Philip and Harriet Klein were deeply connected to organizations including Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore Museum of Art, Beth Tfiloh Congregation, National Aquarium, University of…
How do I apply for a grant from The Philip and Harriet Klein?
The foundation is an active grantmaker in the Baltimore philanthropic community. Recent grantmaking activity includes: • **Grant Volume**: Made 34-36 grants in 2023 • **Grant Range**: Awards typically range from $1,000 to $430,000 • **Median Grant Size**: Approximately $9,000 • **Total Annual Giving**: Approximately $1.1 to $1.6 million Recent grants include support to American Technion Society ($200,000), LifeBridge Health ($100,000), and American Friends of Magen David Adom ($100,000). **Appl…
Where does The Philip and Harriet Klein make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in the Baltimore metropolitan region and Maryland. However, the foundation also supports causes globally, with particular emphasis on Jewish causes and international relief efforts.
What size grants does The Philip and Harriet Klein award?
In 2024, The Philip and Harriet Klein awarded 37 grants totaling $1.1M — an average of about $31K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is The Philip and Harriet Klein required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, The Philip and Harriet Klein reported a distributable amount of $1.2M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Philip and Harriet Klein's EIN?
The Philip and Harriet Klein's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-2046127. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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