Chott Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyBurr Ridge, Illinois · EIN 26-6154147 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$116K
Organizations funded23
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$305K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $200 and $10,000.
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.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
21% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St John of the Cross | Western Springs, IL | Religious | $25,500 |
| Domestic Violence Outreach | Chicago, IL | Social services | $10,200 |
| Catholic Extension | Chicago, IL | Religious | $10,000 |
| Fenwick High School | Oak Park, IL | Education | $10,000 |
| Nazareth Academy | Lagrange Park, IL | Education | $10,000 |
| Trinity High School | River Forest, IL | Education | $10,000 |
| St John of the Cross Teacher Recognition Trust | Western Springs, IL | Education | $6,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | Baltimore, MD | Religious | $5,900 |
| Mercy Home for Boys & Girls | Chicago, IL | Social services | $5,800 |
| Misericordia Foundation | Chicago, IL | Social services | $5,600 |
| Catholic Charities | Chicago, IL | Social services | $5,200 |
| LA Grange Country Club Foundation | Lagrange, IL | Education | $5,000 |
| St Cletus Church | Lagrange, IL | Religious | $2,300 |
| University of Notre Dame | Chicago, IL | Education | $1,700 |
| St Judes Childrens Research Hospital | Memphis, TN | Medical research | $1,300 |
| Salvation Army | Chicago, IL | Social services | $400 |
| Annual Catholic Appeal | Chicago, IL | Religious | $200 |
| Fund for Retired Priests | Chicago, IL | Religious | $200 |
| Make-A-Wish Illinois | Chicago, IL | Social services | $200 |
| Marine Toys for Tots | Triangle, VA | Social services | $200 |
| The Pactt Foundation | Oak Park, IL | Social services | $200 |
| Center for Action & Contemplation | Albuquerque, NM | Social services | $100 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | Santa Monica, CA | Medical research | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $116,100 | 23 |
| 2024 | $36,750 | 28 |
| 2023 | $30,850 | 27 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641349349103419
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-6154147
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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