Laura H Sitterly Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderChicago, Illinois · EIN 93-1428388 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | Maureen J Kelly |
|---|---|
| Address | 77 W Washington St Ste 1405, Chicago IL 60602 |
| Phone | 3122368386 |
| maureenjkelly3kellyslaw.com | |
| Form and materials | Request made by letter to include amt, proposal, 501C3, financials, board of directors |
| Deadlines | Foundation receives grant proposals 1st three qrts in 4th evaluated awards made in Dec |
| Restrictions | SEE ATTACHED MISSION STATEMENT |
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
53% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Josephinum Academy | Chicago, IL | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Regina Dominican High School | Wilmette, IL | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Covenant House | Chicago, IL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Chicago, IL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Howard & Evanston Community Center | Chicago, IL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Lutheran Social Services of Illinois | Des Plaines, IL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Native American Heritage Association | Rapid City, SD | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The National Childrens Cancer Society | St Louis, MO | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Northern Plains Reservation Aid | Rapid City, SD | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Project HOPE | Washington, DC | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Running Strong for American Indian Youth | Alexandria, VA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| St Bonaventure Indian Mission & School | Thoreau, NM | Charitable | $5,000 |
| St Labre Indian School | Ashland, MT | Charitable | $5,000 |
| St Josephs Indian School | Chamberlain, SD | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) | Chicago, IL | Charitable | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $137,500 | 15 |
| 2024 | $800,000 | 1 |
| 2023 | $200,000 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641359349104194
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 93-1428388
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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