Ben F Wilson Estate Trust
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 74-6128525 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$59K
Organizations funded2
Typical grant$29,405
Total assets$1.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $29,405 and $29,405.
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.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Houston, TX | General | $29,405 |
| Holly Hall Retirement Community | Houston, TX | General | $29,405 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $58,810 | 2 |
| 2024 | $51,742 | 2 |
| 2023 | $52,038 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 5, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611569349101251
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-6128525
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026
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