John and Loranne Ehlenbach Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyBuffalo Grove, Illinois · EIN 20-2487430 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$80K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$1.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $15,000.
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
75% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy Chefs | Portsmouth, VA | Exempt purpose of organization | $30,000 |
| Spike's K9 Fund | Virginia Beach, VA | Exempt purpose of organization | $20,000 |
| Aopa Foundation | Frederick, MD | Exempt purpose of organization | $15,000 |
| Chapters Health Foundation | Tampa, FL | Exempt purpose of organization | $5,000 |
| Aspca | New York, NY | Exempt purpose of organization | $2,500 |
| Easter Seals | Chicago, IL | Exempt purpose of organization | $2,500 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Memphis, TN | Exempt purpose of organization | $2,500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Chicago, IL | Exempt purpose of organization | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $80,000 | 8 |
| 2024 | $71,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $85,750 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 27, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621179349100127
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-2487430
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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