Michael J Stephen Sr and Lucile G Stephen Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyElmwood Park, Illinois · EIN 26-1598109 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,675 and $5,000.
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
66% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jwas Foundation | Mishawaka, IN | Humanitaria | $5,000 |
| Block Club Chicago | Chicago, IL | Humanitarian | $5,000 |
| The Stanley Clark School Fund | South Bend, IN | Humanitarian | $2,675 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($15,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $27,675 | 5 |
| 2023 | $22,000 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202512249349100026
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1598109
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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