Charles J Lynn
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 35-6009281 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$2.8M
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$279,852
Total assets$69.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $279,852 and $559,704.
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
100% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purdue Research Foundation | West Lafayette, IN | General | $839,556 |
| Hanover College | Hanover, IN | General | $559,704 |
| Visiting Nurse Service Fdtn | Beech Grove, IN | General | $279,852 |
| Wabash College | Crawfordsville, IN | General | $279,852 |
| YMCA of Greater Indianapolis | Indianapolis, IN | General | $279,852 |
| Iu Health Foundation | Indianapolis, IN | General | $279,852 |
| Central Indiana Community Fund | Indianapolis, IN | General | $279,852 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,798,520 | 7 |
| 2023 | $2,811,930 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202531339349102173
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 35-6009281
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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