Foster Family Foundation Dtd 5241997 the
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 38-3357234 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$2.1M
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$200,000
Total assets$5.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $200,000 and $750,000.
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
100% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Traverse Bay YMCA | Traverse City, MI | General support | $1,000,000 |
| Munson Healthcare Foundation | Traverse City, MI | General support | $750,000 |
| Interlochen Center for the Arts | Interlochen, MI | General support | $200,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Rochester, MN | General support | $200,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,150,000 | 4 |
| 2024 | $1,500,000 | 2 |
| 2023 | $250,000 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611289349100041
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3357234
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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