Morrison-Shearer Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 36-3783438 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$74K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$5.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 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
14% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danceusa | Washington DC, DC | General purposes | $20,000 |
| South Chicago Dance Theatre | Chicago, IL | General purposes | $15,000 |
| Chicago Film Archives | Chicago, IL | General purposes | $15,000 |
| Chicago Dancemakers Forum | Chicago, IL | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Ragdale Foundation | Lake Forest, IL | General purposes | $10,000 |
| See Chicago Dance | Chicago, IL | General purposes | $3,000 |
| Hedwig Dances | Chicago, IL | General purposes | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $74,000 | 7 |
| 2024 | $51,030 | 4 |
| 2023 | $511,050 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641979349100114
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-3783438
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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