Helmsmanship Inc
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 83-2845371 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$95K
Organizations funded24
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$892K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 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
8% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Se Side Exp Incubator | Chicago, IL | Non profit organization | $17,500 |
| Chicago Maritime Arts Cener | Chicago, IL | Non profit organization | $10,000 |
| St Paul Catholic Church | Chicago, IL | Non profit organization for people with disabilities | $10,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Chicago, IL | Non profit organization | $8,000 |
| Chicago Yacht Club Foundaton | Chicago, IL | Non profit organization | $7,600 |
| St Ann School | Chicago, IL | Non profit organization | $5,000 |
| St Ignatius High School | Chicago, IL | Non profit organization | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Alexandria, VA | Non profit organization | $4,000 |
| Var Misc Organized Charities | Chicago, IL | Non profit organizationeducationaleducationaleducational | $3,046 |
| Chicago Training Center | Chicago, IL | Non profit organization | $3,000 |
| Jackson Park Yacht Club Sailing School | Chicago, IL | Non profit organization | $3,000 |
| Canal Corridor Association | Lasalle, IL | Non profit organization | $2,500 |
| Friends of the Chicago River | Chicago, IL | Non profit organization | $2,500 |
| Meals on Wheels Chicago | Chicago, IL | Non profit organization | $2,500 |
| Recovery on Water | Chicago, CA | Non profit organization | $2,500 |
| South Chicago Parents and Friends | Chicago, IL | Educational | $2,000 |
| Chicago Police Sailing Assoc | Chicago, IL | Non profit organization | $1,500 |
| Shedd Aquarium | Chicago, IL | Non profit organization | $1,500 |
| Newberry Library | Chicago, IL | Non profit organization | $1,000 |
| Sea Scout Ship #5111 | Chicago, IL | Non profit prganization | $1,000 |
| Calumet Park Advisory Council | Chicago, IL | Non profit organization | $600 |
| Chicago Christmas Ship | Chicago, IL | Non profit organization | $500 |
| Northwestern Medical Foundaton | Chicago, IL | Non profit organization | $500 |
| Saint Ignatius Chicago Rowing | Chicago, IL | Non profit 501C3 organization | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $95,246 | 24 |
| 2024 | $78,355 | 17 |
| 2023 | $67,860 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631949349100073
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 83-2845371
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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