Chicago Society Foundation
Invitation OnlyOak Park, Illinois · EIN 36-4326978 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $5,000.
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.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polish Scouting Organization | Chicago, IL | Jamboree event | $5,600 |
| Legion of Young Polish Women | Chicago, IL | operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Way Back Inn | Maywood, IL | operating expenses | $5,000 |
| United Colors of Pink | Chicago, IL | Cancer awareness | $2,500 |
| Paderewski Academy | Chicago, IL | Musical event | $1,000 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($30,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $49,100 | 6 |
| 2024 | $22,000 | 5 |
| 2023 | $35,000 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611249349104476
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-4326978
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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