D J Edelman Family Foundation
Historical FunderChicago, Illinois · EIN 36-7184921 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | SEAN YOUNG |
|---|---|
| Address | 111 N CANAL ST STE 1100, CHICAGO IL 60606 |
| Phone | 3122402755 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE IN WRITING AND SHOULD INCLUDE INFORMATION ON THE CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES OF THE ORGANIZATION AND A PLAN FOR HOW THE DONATION WOULD BE USED. PROOF OF QUALIFIED CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION STATUS SHOULD ALSO BE SENT. |
| Deadlines | DECEMBER 1ST OF EACH CALENDAR YEAR |
| 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
55% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance | Chicago, IL | To support the mission of the donee | $50,000 |
| Project Hood | Chicago, IL | Leadership & economic opportunity center for the edelman enterprise lab | $50,000 |
| Leave No Veteran Behind | Chicago, IL | To support the mission of the donee | $25,000 |
| American Red Cross | Washington, DC | California wildfires | $20,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | New York, NY | Helping people displaced by crisis to survive, recover, and rebuild their lives. | $10,000 |
| The University of Chicago | Chicago, IL | Wendy sock general research | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross | Washington, DC | Texas floods | $5,000 |
| Pritzker Military Museum & Library | Kenosha, WI | Strengthen historical exhibits | $5,000 |
| University of Notre Dame | Notre Dame, IN | Sorin society in honor of nancy ann ruscheinski | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $180,000 | 9 |
| 2024 | $138,200 | 7 |
| 2023 | $145,358 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601319349103800
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-7184921
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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