The Akers Foundation
Historical FunderChicago, Illinois · EIN 34-6549129 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $163 and $1,401.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | JAMES AKERS |
|---|---|
| Address | 5757 GULF OGF MEXICO DR, APT 111, LONGBOAT FL 34228 |
| Phone | 3124751131 |
| Form and materials | TO PTOMOTE |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
50% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Chicago | Chicago, IL | To serve comunnity | $8,000 |
| Congregationor Shalom | Vernon Hills, IL | Religious institution | $7,304 |
| Cranbrook Horizons Upward Bound | Bloomfield Hills, MI | To promote education | $3,500 |
| Temple Sholom | Chicago, IL | Religious institution | $3,205 |
| Uniting Voices Chicago | Chicago, IL | Music education | $3,000 |
| Jewish United Fund | Chicago, IL | To serve the community | $2,513 |
| Israel Cancer Research Fund | New York, NY | To promote cancer research | $1,553 |
| Solomon Schechter Day School | Northbrook, IL | To promote education | $1,401 |
| Brandeis University | Waltham, MA | To promote education | $1,000 |
| Rochelle Zell Jewish High School | Deerfield, IL | To promote education | $1,000 |
| Temple Shomer Emunim | Sylvania, OH | Religious institution | $1,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | New York, NY | Support community | $874 |
| Unicef USA | New York, NY | Children health and education | $523 |
| Educ Foundation of Sarasota County | Sarasota, FL | To promote education | $500 |
| Brookfield Zoo | Brookfield, IL | To promote education | $302 |
| Brightisrael | New York, NY | To promote jewish identity | $250 |
| John G Shedd Aquariam | Chicago, IL | To serve the community | $225 |
| American Writers Museum | Chicago, IL | To promote education | $200 |
| Congregation Etz Chayim | Toledo, OH | Religous institution | $200 |
| Swim Across America | Charlotte, NC | Cancer research | $187 |
| Friends of United Hatzalah | New York, NY | Religous institution | $180 |
| L'chaim Center | Deerfield, IL | Support community | $167 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | Glencoe, IL | To promote education | $163 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | New York, NY | Ms support | $100 |
| Growing Wings | Chicago, IL | Supporting community | $75 |
| Learn Charter School Network | Chicago, IL | To promote education | $65 |
| American Cancer Society | Chicago, IL | Fund cancer research | $50 |
| Congregation Torah Vachesed | Houston, TX | Religous institution | $50 |
| Colel Chabad Charity | Brooklyn, NY | To promote religion | $36 |
| The Wild Animal Sanctuary | Keenesburg, CO | Animal sanctuary | $36 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $37,659 | 30 |
| 2024 | $30,493 | 33 |
| 2023 | $36,601 | 30 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620649349101012
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 34-6549129
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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