Novak Family Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyMerrillville, Indiana · EIN 26-0177940 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $1,000.
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
50% of grants went outside Indiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ss Constantine & Helen Ca | Merrillville, IN | Building fund, 5K run,scholarships, | $27,405 |
| Grace Beyond Borders | East Chicago, IN | Support homeless women & children | $5,000 |
| St Iakovos Retreat Cente | Chicago, IL | Annual support | $1,000 |
| Orthodox Christian Mission Center | St Augustine, FL | Annual support of ministries | $1,000 |
| Sojourner Truth House | Gary, IN | Homeless shelter | $1,000 |
| Hellenic Collage & Holy Cross Sch | Brookline, MA | Support appleal | $1,000 |
| Ss Constantine & Helen Greek Orthod | Palos Hills, IL | Support metropolis jr olympics | $1,000 |
| St Helen's Philoptochos Society | Merrillville, IN | Support st basil academy | $500 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($3,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $40,905 | 9 |
| 2023 | $55,118 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 26, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522389349100732
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-0177940
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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