Jacob Beidler and Deborah Witzburg Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderChicago, Illinois · EIN 46-3741665 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | JACOB BEIDLER |
|---|---|
| Address | 53 W JACKSON BLVD STE 530, CHICAGO IL 60604 |
| Phone | 3129223792 |
| Form and materials | IN WRITING AND INCLUDE INFORMATION NECESSARY TO EVALUATE ORGANIZATION AND GRANT REQUEST. |
| 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
31% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Youth Centers | Chicago, IL | General | $25,000 |
| Near North Montessori School | Chicago, IL | General | $20,000 |
| Chicago Childrens Museum | Chicago, IL | General | $14,870 |
| Nmdp Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | General | $2,500 |
| Shedd Aquarium Society | Chicago, IL | General | $2,500 |
| Brown University Annual Fund | Providence, RI | General | $2,000 |
| Cara Collective | Chicago, IL | General | $1,000 |
| Chicago Public Schools-J Beidler Elementary | Chicago, IL | General | $1,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Chcago, IL | General | $1,000 |
| Natick Community Organic Farm | Natick, MA | General | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Chicago, IL | General | $1,000 |
| Wbez Chicago Public Media | Chicago, IL | General | $1,000 |
| 3 Arts | Chicago, IL | General | $1,000 |
| Chicago Police Memorial Foundation | Chicago, IL | General | $1,000 |
| Erie Elementary Charter School | Chicago, IL | General | $1,000 |
| Lake Tanganyika Floating Health Clinic | Chicago, IL | General | $500 |
| Mother 2 Mothers | Los Angeles, CA | General | $500 |
| Jesters Foundation | North Palm Beach, FL | General | $250 |
| The Friends of Paragon Carousel | Hull, MA | General | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $77,370 | 19 |
| 2023 | $69,175 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 28, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533019349100713
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-3741665
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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