Ernest C and Marion R Karras Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyOak Brook, Illinois · EIN 27-1530381 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$58K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$2,000
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 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
44% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Hellenic Museum | Chicago, IL | Preservation | $20,000 |
| St Iakouos Retreat Center | Kansasville, WI | Religious | $17,500 |
| University of Illinois Foundation | Champaign, IL | Academic | $10,000 |
| Orthodox Christian Mission Center | St Augustine, FL | Religious | $5,000 |
| St Katherines Orthodox Church | Naples, FL | Religious | $2,000 |
| Greek American Rehab & Nursing Home | Wheeling, IL | Charity | $1,000 |
| Holy Apostles Church | Westchester, IL | Reigious | $1,000 |
| Iocc | Baltimore, MD | Charity | $1,000 |
| Philoptochos Society of Chicago | Lombard, IL | Religious | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $58,500 | 9 |
| 2024 | $51,350 | 11 |
| 2023 | $59,700 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 30, 2026 (amended) - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641819349100009
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-1530381
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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