El Faro Ephraim Foundation
Invitation OnlyEvanston, Illinois · EIN 81-0872813 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$234K
Organizations funded2
Typical grant$100,000
Total assets$806K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100,000 and $133,900.
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
50% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Impact | Madison, WI | Mission work in guatemala | $133,900 |
| Cityline Bible Church | Niles, IL | Church offering | $100,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $233,900 | 2 |
| 2024 | $208,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $120,460 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 10, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632539349100213
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-0872813
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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