Jerome Frankel Foundation
Invitation OnlyEvanston, Illinois · EIN 23-7110778 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$18K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$1,200
Total assets$379K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 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
14% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Sholom of Chicago | Chicago, IL | General funds | $6,700 |
| Ravinia Festival Association | Highland Park, IL | General funds | $5,000 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Chicago, IL | General funds | $3,000 |
| Wfmt Radio | Chicago, IL | General funds | $1,200 |
| Medglobal | Rolling Meadows, IL | General funds | $1,000 |
| Sharsheret | Teaneck, NJ | General funds | $500 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | Glencoe, IL | General funds | $300 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,700 | 7 |
| 2024 | $20,700 | 5 |
| 2023 | $19,700 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601289349101810
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-7110778
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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