The Chicago Innovation Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 45-1225075 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2024)$16K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$105K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $5,000.
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
0% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Inventors Organization | Chicago, IL | Provides resources to inventors | $5,000 |
| YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago | Chicago, IL | Provide resources to the community | $5,000 |
| The Village Chicago | Chicago, IL | Enhance the quality of life | $5,000 |
| The Chicago Help Initiative | Chicago, IL | Providing access to food, health ser | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $11,103 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533169349103008
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 45-1225075
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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