Russell & Frieda Deyong Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 36-7054131 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$13K
Organizations funded15
Typical grant$750
Total assets$230K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $750 and $1,250.
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
80% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Battlefield Trust | Washington, WA | General | $1,250 |
| Conservation Fund | Arlington, VA | General | $1,250 |
| Natl Trust for Historic Preservation | Washington, DC | General | $1,250 |
| Natl Parks Conservation Association | Washington, DC | General | $1,250 |
| Nature Conservancy | Arlington, VA | General | $1,250 |
| Special Olympics Inc | New York, NY | General | $750 |
| LA Rabida Children's Hospital | Chicago, IL | General | $750 |
| Americans Helping Americans | Alexandria, VA | General | $750 |
| Research to Prevent Blindness Inc | New York, NY | General | $750 |
| Little City Foundation | Palatine, IL | General | $750 |
| Chicago Lighthouse for People | Chicago, IL | General | $750 |
| Habitat for Humanity Intl | Americus, GA | General | $750 |
| The Smithsonian | Washington, DC | General | $500 |
| Museum of the American Revolution | Philadelphia, PA | General | $500 |
| Natl Wildlife Federation | Reston, VA | General | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,000 | 15 |
| 2024 | $13,750 | 15 |
| 2023 | $13,400 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611269349103421
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-7054131
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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