Donald R Wilson Jr Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 81-6959383 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$469K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$12,500
Total assets$14.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $39,952.
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
58% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| US Sailing Foundation | Bristol, RI | General support | $197,415 |
| University of Chicago | Chicago, IL | General support | $94,983 |
| Chicago Architecture Biennial Inc | Chicago, IL | General Support | $50,000 |
| University of RI Foundation & Alumni Engagement | Kingston, RI | General Support | $39,952 |
| Navy Seal Foundation INC | Virginia beach, VA | General Support | $25,000 |
| Shake-A-Leg Miami Inc | Coconut Grove, FL | General Support | $15,000 |
| Callen Lorde Community Health Project Inc | New York, NY | General Operating Support | $12,500 |
| Lesbian and Gay Community Services Center Inc | New York, NY | General Support | $12,500 |
| Noble Network of Charter Schools | Chicago, IL | General Support | $7,000 |
| Lincoln Park Conservancy | Chicago, IL | General Support | $5,000 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Museum | Washington, DC | General Support | $5,000 |
| University of Chicago | Chicago, IL | General Support | $4,524 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $468,874 | 12 |
| 2024 | $3,960,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $5,944,303 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601339349100200
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-6959383
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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