Edward and Shirley Marx Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 36-4261520 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$83K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$2.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 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.
Where it gives
75% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women's Business Development Center | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $48,000 |
| Jk Community Farm | Purcellville, VA | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| American Trucking Association | Washington, DC | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Sma Foundation | Jackson, WY | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $83,000 | 4 |
| 2024 | $35,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $47,975 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611339349103366
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-4261520
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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