Alfred J and Lotte Gruen Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 23-7433092 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$18K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$4.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $4,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
83% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friends of United Hatzalah | New York, NY | Support - general fund | $6,000 |
| The Intercept Media Inc | New York City, NY | Support - general fund | $4,500 |
| Am Shalom | Glencoe, IL | Support - general fund | $2,000 |
| Isaac M Wise Temple | Cincinnati, OH | Support - general fund | $2,000 |
| York Preparatory School Foundation | New York City, NY | Support - general fund | $2,000 |
| Brooklyn Academy of Music Inc | Brooklyn, NY | Support - general fund | $1,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,000 | 6 |
| 2024 | $133,200 | 9 |
| 2023 | $108,852 | 12 |
| 2022 | $130,002 | 9 |
| 2020 | $130,000 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621329349102367
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-7433092
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026
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