The Cornerstone Center Foundation
Invitation OnlyWest Chicago, Illinois · EIN 36-4248583 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$151K
Organizations funded33
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$1.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $4,000.
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
30% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheaton Academy | West Chicago, IL | Religious | $25,000 |
| Kids Alive International | Alpharetta, GA | Advocacy | $20,000 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | Orlando, FL | Religious | $17,000 |
| Trinity House | Leesburg, VA | Religious | $16,000 |
| Outreach Community Ministries | Wheaton, IL | Advocacy | $12,800 |
| Evangelical Child and Family Agency | Wheaton, IL | Advocacy | $11,000 |
| Chicago Westside Christian School | Chicago, IL | Religious | $5,000 |
| Reach Beyond | Colorado Springs, CO | Religious | $5,000 |
| Mission Eurasia | Wheaton, IL | Religious | $4,000 |
| Little Lambs | Carol Stream, IL | Religious | $3,000 |
| Caring Network | Glen Ellyn, IL | Advocacy | $3,000 |
| Kim Wickes Ministries | West Memphis, AK | Religious | $3,000 |
| Moody Church | Chicago, IL | Religious | $3,000 |
| Africa Inland Mission | Peachtree City, GA | Religious | $2,400 |
| Illinois Right to Life | Chicago, IL | Religious | $2,150 |
| Dickson Valley Camp | Newark, IL | Religious | $2,000 |
| World Relief Dupage | Carol Stream, IL | Advocacy | $2,000 |
| Mesa Global | Charlotte, NC | Religious | $2,000 |
| Missionary Furlough Homes | Wheaton, IL | Religious | $1,500 |
| Casa Viva | Wheaton, IL | Religious | $1,200 |
| Communitas | Industry, CA | Religious | $1,000 |
| Medsend | Fort Mill, SC | Religious | $1,000 |
| Pro Life Action League | Chicago, IL | Advocacy | $1,000 |
| Renew | Glen Ellyn, IL | Advocacy | $1,000 |
| Repeat Botique | Wheaton, IL | Religious | $1,000 |
| Stars Ministry | Wheaton, IL | Religious | $1,000 |
| Young Mens Education Network | Chicago, IL | Religious | $1,000 |
| Wheaton Bible Church | West Chicago, IL | Religious | $700 |
| New Moms | Chicago, IL | Religious | $500 |
| South Asia Friendship Center | Chicago, IL | Religious | $500 |
| The Life Center | Elgin, IL | Advocacy | $500 |
| Mission Go | Buffalo, NY | Religious | $300 |
| Exodus World Service | Itasca, IL | Religious | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $150,800 | 33 |
| 2024 | $132,275 | 33 |
| 2023 | $116,370 | 34 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 24, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600839349100920
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-4248583
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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