Barbara and Jonathan Moss Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 47-6271561 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$27K
Organizations funded20
Typical grant$450
Total assets$1.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $200 and $1,300.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
35% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| World Jewish Congress | Merrifield, VA | General purposes | $10,150 |
| Joffrey Ballet | Chicago, IL | General purposes | $3,332 |
| University of Chicago | Chicago, IL | General operating purposes | $3,000 |
| Duke University | Durham, NC | General purposes | $2,500 |
| Historic Preservation of the Fortnightly | Chicago, IL | General operating purposes | $1,500 |
| Kam Isaiah Israel Congregation | Chicago, IL | General purposes | $1,300 |
| Cso Inc | Troy, MI | General operating purposes | $1,036 |
| Other Public Charities | Chicago, IL | General operating purposes | $650 |
| Fora | Portland, OR | General operating purposes | $530 |
| Landmarks | Chicago, IL | General purposes | $500 |
| Music of Baroque | Chicago, IL | General operating purposes | $450 |
| Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago | Chicago, IL | General operating purposes | $400 |
| Wfmt | Chicago, IL | General operating purposes | $365 |
| Wbez Chicago | Chicago, IL | General purposes | $270 |
| Pan Mass Challenge | Needham, MA | General operating purposes | $200 |
| The Art Institute of Chicago | Chicago, IL | General purposes | $200 |
| Wttw Channel 11 | Chicago, IL | General purposes | $150 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Chicago, IL | General purposes | $127 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Staten Island, NY | General operating purposes | $100 |
| Alpha Omega Alpha Honor | Columbus, OH | General purposes | $67 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26,827 | 20 |
| 2023 | $29,674 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Mar 9, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610689349100336
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-6271561
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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