Janis Morris Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 27-0588023 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$19K
Organizations funded15
Typical grant$500
Total assets$620K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $200 and $1,500.
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
33% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | Chicago, IL | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Coudert Institute | West Palm Beach, FL | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Flagler Theatre | Flagler, CO | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Chicago, IL | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Jewish Community Center of Chicago | Chicao, IL | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Auditorium Theatre | Chicago, IL | General purpose | $500 |
| Chicago Lighthouse for the Blind | Chicago, IL | General purpose | $500 |
| Northwestern University | Evanston, IL | General purpose | $500 |
| Make a Wish | Chicago, IL | General purpose | $400 |
| International Solidarity for Human Rights | Miami, FL | General purpose | $300 |
| Morton Arboretum | Lisle, IL | General purpose | $250 |
| American Cancer Society | Hagerstown, MD | General purpose | $200 |
| Italian American Human Relations Foundation | Chicago, IL | General purpose | $200 |
| Remy Bumppo Theater | Chicago, IL | General purpose | $200 |
| Shriners Hosptital for Children | Tampa, FL | General purpose | $200 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19,250 | 15 |
| 2023 | $37,650 | 23 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 15, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202521359349103497
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-0588023
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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