Pratima N Shah Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 31-1809141 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$139K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$4.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $16,001.
From the return
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
14% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago State University | Chicago, IL | Support for educational activities | $100,000 |
| Baps Endowment Inc | Windsor, NJ | Support for religious activities | $16,001 |
| Navy Pier | Chicago, IL | Support for local programs | $10,000 |
| Ma Center Chicago | Elburn, IL | Support for religious activities | $10,000 |
| Vivekanda Vedanta Society Ofchicago | Homer Glen, IL | Support for religious activities | $1,251 |
| Catholic Extension Society | Chicago, IL | Support for religious activities | $1,000 |
| Anewera | Highland Park, IL | Support for youth development | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $139,252 | 7 |
| 2023 | $174,000 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jun 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202511639349100416
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 31-1809141
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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