Nathan & Emily Blum Foundation Harris Trust & Savings Bank Ttee
Historical FunderChicago, Illinois · EIN 36-6706638 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $102,424 and $204,848.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | ERNA BADIC |
|---|---|
| Address | 320 S Canal St Fl 12, CHICAGO IL 60606 |
| Phone | 3124615154 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN REQUEST |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | QUALIFIED CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS WHICH ARE ORGANIZED AND OPERATED EXCLUSIVELY FOR RELIGIOUS, CHARITABLE, SCIENTIFIC, LIBRARY OR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES. |
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
0% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago | Chicago, IL | Program support | $204,848 |
| Michael Reese Health Trust | Elgin, IL | Program support | $204,848 |
| Metropolitan Family Services | Chicago, IL | Program support | $102,424 |
| United Way of Metropolitan Chicago Council | Chicago, IL | Program support | $102,424 |
| Jewish United Fund Israel Emergency Fund | Chicago, IL | Program support | $68,283 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $682,827 | 5 |
| 2024 | $649,402 | 5 |
| 2023 | $590,887 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 27, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621179349101302
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-6706638
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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