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Invitation OnlyWinnetka, Illinois · EIN 84-5184645 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$22K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$206K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $5,000.
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
25% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Theatre Group Goodman | Chicago, IL | Charitable intentions - furthering music enjoyment/education | $10,000 |
| Old Town School of Folk Music | Chicago, IL | Community singing donationcharitable intentions - furthering music enjoyment/education | $5,000 |
| Center for Belonging Folk School | Decorah, IA | Community singing donationcharitable intentions - furthering music enjoyment/education | $5,000 |
| Old Town School of Folk Music | Chicago, IL | Community singing donation (megan eberhardt)charitable intentions - furthering music enjoyment/education | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,500 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 25, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601769349100010
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 84-5184645
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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