Ferdi Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 88-2179657 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $40,000.
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
11% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago International Puppet Theatr | Chicago, IL | All contributions were made for the unrestricted use of charity. | $115,000 |
| Environmental Law and Policy Center | Chicago, IL | Same as Orgainzation 1. | $40,165 |
| Goodman Theatre | Chicago, IL | Same as Organization 1. | $40,000 |
| Loyola University Foundation | Chicago, IL | Same as Organization 1. | $27,200 |
| Womens Global Education Project | Oak Park, IL | Same as organization 1. | $5,000 |
| 5 Gyers Institute | Santa Monica, CA | Same as Organization 1. | $5,000 |
| Alliance for Great Lakes | Chicago, IL | Same as Foundation 1. | $5,000 |
| Illinois Environmental Council | Sringfield, IL | Same as Organization 1. | $1,500 |
| First St Paul Community Meals | Chicago, IL | Same as Organization 1. | $1,000 |
The return also lists 12 grants to individuals ($63,037). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $302,902 | 21 |
| 2024 | $268,610 | 28 |
| 2023 | $188,890 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641269349102224
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 88-2179657
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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