The Baila Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 36-2615047 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$55K
Organizations funded16
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$530K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $3,000.
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
25% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Chicago | Chicago, IL | General charitable contribution | $26,000 |
| Music Will | Montclair, NJ | General charitable contributionGeneral charitable contribution | $7,500 |
| Marine Biological Laboratory | Woods Hole, MA | General charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Northwestern University | Evanston, IL | General charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Basketball & Mentorship Academy | Los Angeles, CA | General charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | New York, NY | General charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Blue Cap | Blue Island, IL | General charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| CJE Senior Life | Chicago, IL | General charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Goodman Theatre | Chicago, IL | General charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| St James Cathedral | Chicago, IL | General charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| The Selfhelp Home | Chicago, IL | General charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Chicago Architecture Center | Carol Stream, IL | General charitable contribution | $600 |
| International Women Associates | Chicago, IL | General charitable contribution | $500 |
| Lincoln Park Zoo | Chicago, IL | General charitable contribution | $500 |
| Chicago Botanic Gardens | Glencoe, IL | General charitable contribution | $400 |
| Wbez | Chicago, IL | General charitable contribution | $365 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $54,865 | 16 |
| 2024 | $51,730 | 16 |
| 2023 | $30,050 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631289349101888
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-2615047
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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