Chris and Irene Seth Family Foundation
Historical FunderDeerfield, Illinois · EIN 36-4144869 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | BARRY SETH |
|---|---|
| Address | 1355 WILMOT ROAD, DEERFIELD IL 60015 |
| Phone | 8474050100 |
| Form and materials | IN WRITING; TO CONTACT PERSON; DESCRIBE ORG'N & PURPOSE |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
86% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rush University Medical Center | Chicago, IL | Medical reseach and treatment | $50,000 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute | Boston, MA | Medical research | $30,000 |
| The Woodhall School | Bethlehem, CT | Secondary education | $20,000 |
| Trevor Project | West Hollywood, CA | Suicide prevention | $15,000 |
| National Alliance on Mental Illness | Arlington, VA | Mental illness care and prevention | $10,000 |
| The Learning Foundation Inc | Gypsum, CO | Promotion of literacy | $10,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Chicago, IL | Research | $10,000 |
| Greater Boston Food Bank | Boston, MA | Food for the poor | $10,000 |
| Pround Spirit Horse Sanctuary | Wilkesboro, NC | Horses for charity and protection | $7,000 |
| Food Bank of Eastern Michigan | Flint, MI | Food assistance for the poor | $6,000 |
| Hawaii Community Fndn-Hawaii Strong | Honolulu, HI | Maui fire disaster relief | $5,000 |
| Aclu | New York, NY | Litigation, communication, education | $5,000 |
| Mayo Clinic Foundation | Rochester, MN | Medical research and education | $3,000 |
| Sigma Beta Sorority Inc | Naples, FL | Philanthrooic support of various cha | $3,000 |
| Christian Community Response Team | Pontiac, MI | Caritable relief and emergency resp | $2,200 |
| Wolf Park | Battleground, IN | Animal conservation | $2,000 |
| Fa Re | Mclean, VA | Food allergy research & education | $2,000 |
| West Deerfield Township Food Pantry | Deerfield, IL | Food for the poor | $2,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Washington, DC | Conservation education | $1,500 |
| Bostonet | Boston, MA | Women's sports - catchball assocn | $1,000 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind | San Rafael, CA | Assistance ot the blind | $1,000 |
| Child and Family Charities | Lansing, MI | Family counseling and assistance | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $196,700 | 22 |
| 2024 | $157,500 | 20 |
| 2023 | $118,000 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611359349101081
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-4144869
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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