Murphy's Backpacks Inc
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 82-3616959 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$48K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$10,903
Total assets$491K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,723 and $16,801.
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.
Where it gives
75% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph Lovett Elementary School - Chicago Public Schools | Chicago, IL | General purposes | $18,804 |
| Shadowlawn Elementary School - Miami-Dade County School System | Miami, FL | General purposes | $16,801 |
| Palmetto Elementary School - Collier County School System | Naples, FL | General purposes | $10,903 |
| Lake Trafford Elementary School | Immokalee, FL | General purposes | $1,723 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $48,231 | 4 |
| 2024 | $61,223 | 3 |
| 2023 | $57,311 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 2, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602459349100615
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 82-3616959
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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