Edward T & Ellen K Dryer Charitable
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 37-1451429 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$100K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$0
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
90% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation for Southeast Mi | Detroit, MI | General | $50,000 |
| Seedlings Braille Books for Children | Livonia, MI | General | $29,558 |
| Polish Museum of America | Chicago, IL | General | $10,000 |
| Grosse Pointe Library | Grossee Pointe Farms, MI | General | $3,000 |
| The Helm | Washington, DC | General | $2,500 |
| Charlevoix County Community Foundation | East Jordan, MI | General | $1,000 |
| The Front Porch | Ellsworth, MI | General | $1,000 |
| The Family Center | Grosse Point Farms, MI | General | $1,000 |
| Full Circle Foundation | Grosee Pt Pk, MI | General | $1,000 |
| Challenge Mountain | Boyne, MI | General | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $99,558 | 10 |
| 2023 | $56,000 | 11 |
| 2022 | $90,000 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Apr 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620969349100627
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 37-1451429
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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