Kirsonis Family Foundation
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to providing financial support primarily to cultural and community service initiatives, particularly those related to the Lithuanian heritage. Its mission reflects a commitment to preserving cultural identity and supporting various community organizations, including those focused on education, arts, and social services. The foundation serves a diverse range of recipients, including cultural organizations, educational councils, and disability advocacy groups. It has a notable focus on supporting Lithuanian communities and related cultural endeavors, while also contributing to healthcare and environmental conservation efforts.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small to mid-sized community or cultural nonprofits with an existing connection to the trustees or to the foundation's known grantee network, especially organizations in California or Illinois and groups focused on Lithuanian cultural or community activities.
Good Fit
- • Local or regional presence in CA or IL with demonstrable community ties.
- • Mission aligned with cultural heritage, Lithuanian community initiatives, community service clubs, or local health/environment projects.
- • Track record of prior collaboration with area organizations or referrals from current grantees.
- • Project budgets consistent with many grants under $5K but with occasional $10K–$50K awards.
Geography
Observed grants span five states but are regionally concentrated; roughly half of grant dollars flowed to a single state while other states receive smaller shares.
Recipient Variety
Each year funds about 31–33 distinct recipients with many independent organizations supported, showing a broad recipient set despite dollar concentration among a few top grantees.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of occasional new grantees exists (five new recipients in 2024), but the foundation's application metadata and filings indicate awards are made only to preselected applicants, so unsolicited entry appears possible but unlikely without introductions.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
