Declaration of Tr Establishing the Weston Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 36-7483664 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$124K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$1.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $15,000.
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
63% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naples Community Hospital | Naples, FL | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Chicago, IL | General purposes | $25,000 |
| The Joffrey Ballet | Chicago, IL | General purposes | $15,000 |
| Ravinia | Highland Park, IL | General purposes | $7,500 |
| International Game Fish Association | Dania Beach, FL | General purposes | $5,000 |
| First Tee | Saint Augustine, FL | General purposes | $5,000 |
| The Shelter for Abused Women and Children | Naples, FL | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Guitars Over Guns | Miami, FL | General purposes | $5,000 |
| The Glasser Preschool | Oak Park, IL | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Naples Community Hospital | Naples, FL | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Naples Botanical Garden | Naples, FL | General purposes | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $124,000 | 11 |
| 2024 | $120,000 | 1 |
| 2023 | $20,000 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 7, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602509349100205
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-7483664
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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