Irving M & Sylvia Footlik Foundation
Invitation OnlyEvanston, Illinois · EIN 36-2670013 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$167K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$3.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $12,000 and $50,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
0% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Technion Society | Chicago, IL | Fundraising support | $50,000 |
| Oakton College Educational Foundation | Des Plaines, IL | Education | $50,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Northbrook, IL | Fundraising support | $25,000 |
| Friends of Israel Defense Forces | Chicago, IL | Fundraising support | $20,000 |
| Project Aid & Rescue Inc | Northbrook, IL | Fundraising support | $12,000 |
| The Central Fund of Illinois-Metro Chicago Hillel | Chicago, IL | Fundraising support | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $167,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $220,000 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 1, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202501219349100215
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-2670013
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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