Arlene Leff Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 81-3987293 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50,000 and $150,000.
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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.
Where it gives
50% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Chicago, IL | Charity | $150,000 |
| Anti Defamation League | New York, NY | Charity | $50,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $200,000 | 2 |
| 2024 | $140,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $142,000 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 10, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610699349101106
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-3987293
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026 · Report a mistake
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