Stuart and Benjamin Abelson Foundation Tr
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 20-1704170 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$300K
Organizations funded13
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$6.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $30,000.
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
69% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Threshold Foundation | Brewster, NY | General | $60,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Albert Lea, MN | General | $55,000 |
| Chicago Community Trust | Chicago, IL | General | $40,000 |
| Peace Development Fund | Amherst, MA | General | $30,000 |
| Environmental Law & Policy Center | Chicago, IL | General | $30,000 |
| Rescue Release and Restore | Chicago, IL | General | $20,000 |
| Companis | Seattle, WA | General | $15,000 |
| Old Town School of Folk Music | Chicago, IL | General | $10,000 |
| Farm & Wilderness | Plymouth, VT | General | $10,000 |
| Power of Hope | Bolinas, CA | General | $10,000 |
| North Coast Cultural Association Inc | Chesterton, IN | General | $10,000 |
| Chesterton Art Center | Chesterton, IN | General | $5,000 |
| Reins of Life Inc | South Bend, IN | General | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $300,000 | 13 |
| 2023 | $300,000 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 5, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202541259349101029
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-1704170
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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