Irwin Family Foundation
Historical FunderWestchester, Illinois · EIN 36-2913193 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50,000 and $500,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | Robert W Lynch |
|---|---|
| Address | 2825 Denton Court, Weschester IL 60154 |
| Phone | 7087515597 |
| Form and materials | No formal application process. |
| Deadlines | None |
| Restrictions | None |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
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 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Philanthropy Center | Champaign, IL | New academic center | $1,000,000 |
| University of Illinois Philanthropy Center | Champaign, IL | New building | $500,000 |
| Glenwood Academy | Glenwood, IL | Scholarships | $125,000 |
| Eastern Illinois University Foundation | Charleston, IL | Scholarships | $50,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,675,000 | 4 |
| 2024 | $625,000 | 2 |
| 2023 | $525,000 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621319349100442
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-2913193
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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