Ernest S & Sally Micek Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 31-1723426 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$722K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$180,532
Total assets$0
Half of its grants to organizations were between $180,532 and $180,532.
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
100% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ernest and Sally Micek Family Charitable Fund | Indianapolis, IN | Unrestricted charitable gift | $180,533 |
| Jennifer J Micek Charitable Fund | Hudson, OH | Unrestriced charitable gift | $180,532 |
| Stephanie Luetkehans Charitable Fund | Cincinnati, OH | Unrestricted charitable gift | $180,532 |
| The Scott F Micek Charitable Fund | Omaha, NE | Unrestricted charitable gift | $180,532 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $722,129 | 4 |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 17 |
| 2023 | $40,000 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 1, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630609349100103
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 31-1723426
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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