Marshall J and Joyce E Persky Foundation
Invitation OnlyHighland Park, Illinois · EIN 36-3507987 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$33K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$408K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,600 and $10,000.
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
33% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hadassah | Skokie, IL | Support of recipients' charitable activities | $11,500 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America | New York, NY | Support of recipients' charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Congregation Beth Shalom | Northbrook, IL | Support of recipients' charitable activities | $6,843 |
| Keshet | Northbrook, IL | Support of recipients' charitable activities | $2,000 |
| North Shore Foundation | Evanston, IL | Support of recipients' charitable activities | $1,600 |
| Chabad of Usc | Los Angeles, CA | Support of recipients' charitable activities | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $32,943 | 6 |
| 2024 | $42,972 | 6 |
| 2023 | $8,568 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602169349100310
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-3507987
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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