Fred Says
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 45-5142943 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$82K
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$16,600
Total assets$1.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $20,000.
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
40% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magic City Acceptance Academy | Homewood, AL | To sponsor programs with youth initiatives | $25,000 |
| Center on Halsted | Chicago, IL | To sponsor programs with youth initiatives | $20,000 |
| Gendercool | Highland Park, IL | To sponsor programs with youth initiatives | $16,600 |
| Advocates for Youth | Washington, DC | To sponsor programs with youth initiatives | $10,000 |
| Test Positive Aware Network | Chicago, IL | To sponsor programs with youth initiatives | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $81,600 | 5 |
| 2024 | $225,000 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601349349104220
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 45-5142943
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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