Andrew and Alice Fischer Charitable Trust
Historical FunderDundee, Illinois · EIN 20-6792124 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$522K
Organizations funded93
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$18M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | KATHRYN HECTOR co FRIST AMERICAN B |
|---|---|
| Address | 218 W MAIN ST, DUNDEE IL 60118 |
| Phone | 8474266771 |
| NONE | |
| Form and materials | NO STANDARD FORM. SHOULD INCLUDE ORGANIZATION'S ANNUAL REPORT FINANCIAL INFO, LIST OF KEY PEOPLE, NEED STATEMENT PROPOSED PLAN, ETC. |
| Deadlines | APRIL 1 AND OCTOBER 1 NONE |
| Restrictions | EDUCATIONAL FUNDING FOR CHALLENGED INDIVIDUALS, PROGRAMS BENEFITING U.S. VETERANS, PROGRAMS BENEFITING CHILDREN OR SENIOR CITIZENS- PREFERENCE TO GREATER CHICAGO LAND AREA |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
2% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crusher's Club Dba Restoring the Path | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| College Possible | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| Sitstayread | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Common Pantry | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Chicago Debate Commission Dba Chicago Debates | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Genesys Works Chicago | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Disabled Patriot Fund | Palos Heights, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Infant Welfare Society of Chicago | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| One Hope United | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Friendship Manor Inc | Rock Island, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Housing Opportunities & Maintenance for the Elderly | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Senior Home Sharing | Lombard, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center | Gurnee, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Casa of Kane County | Geneva, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Casa Lake County Inc | Vernon Hills, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Transitional Living Services Dba Veterans Path to Hope | Crystal Lake, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Safe Haven Foundation | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Beacon Place | Waukegan, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Veteran Business Project Inc | Park Ridge, IL | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Bravehearts Therapeutic Riding and Educational Center | Harvard, IL | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Cancer Wellness Center | Northbrook, IL | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Eldercare Lake County | Waukegan, IL | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Salute Inc | Palatine, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Gigi's Playhouse Oak Forest LLC | Tinley Park, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Outreach | Carol Stream, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Christopher House | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Blessings in a Backpack Chicago | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Still Point Theatre Collective Still Point Theatre Collective | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Chicago Hopes for Kids | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Food for Greater Elgin Andres Diez | Elgin, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| America Cares Too | Bellwood, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Glenwood Academy | Glenwood, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Chicago Lighthouse | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Maryville Academy Pension Plan and Trust | Des Plaines, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Ray Graham Association for People With Disabilities | Lisle, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Esperanza Community Services | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Pathlights | Palos Heights, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Fox Valley Christian Action | St Charles, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics Illinois | Normal, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Franciscan Outreach | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| New Moms Inc | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| North Side Housing and Supportive Services | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Center for Enriched Living | Riverwoods, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Port Ministries | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Mercy Housing Lakefront | Ste, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Main Stay Therapeutic Farm | Richmond, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| One Family Illinois | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Fellowship Housing Corporation | Hoffman Estates, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Stepping Stones Inc | Joliet, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Learning Edge Tutoring | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Nami Metro Suburban | Oak Park, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Casa of Dupage County Inc | Wheaton, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Chicagoland Lutheran Educational Foundation | Bensenville, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Have Dreams | Park Ridge, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Chicago Scholars Foundation Dba Chicago Scholars | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Snow City Arts | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Children's Oncology Services | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association | Lake Forest, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans | Wheaton, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Showing the 60 largest of 93 grants to organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $521,500 | 93 |
| 2024 | $914,000 | 1 |
| 2023 | $559,360 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 27, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641179349100449
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-6792124
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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