Faber Foundation
Invitation OnlyEvanston, Illinois · EIN 36-6150287 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$5,750
Organizations funded15
Typical grant$275
Total assets$28K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100 and $400.
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
40% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congregation Kol Emeth | Skokie, IL | Unrestricted | $1,700 |
| Jewish United Fund | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | New York, NY | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Wttw | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $400 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | Glencoe, IL | Unrestricted | $375 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | New York, NY | Unrestricted | $300 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Memphis, TN | Unrestricted | $300 |
| Griffin Museum of Science and Industry | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $275 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $200 |
| Illini Chabad | Champaign, IL | Unrestricted | $200 |
| Chicago Architecture Foundation | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Americus, GA | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Harold Grinspoon Foundation (Pj Library) | Agawam, MA | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Tampa, FL | Unrestricted | $100 |
| The Salvation Army | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,750 | 15 |
| 2023 | $9,985 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202501339349101195
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-6150287
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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