The Foster G Mcgaw Educational Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 36-3131160 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$55K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$1.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $7,500.
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
57% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davidson College | Davidson, NC | General operating fund | $27,000 |
| Northwestern University | Evanson, IL | Religious life | $7,500 |
| University of Chicago | Chicago, IL | General operations and middle east music ensemble | $7,500 |
| University of Pennsylvania | Philadelphia, PA | General operations | $5,000 |
| Staibdance | Boston, MA | General operations | $3,500 |
| Bravo Waukegan | Lake Forest, IL | General operations | $3,000 |
| Bates Dance Festival | Lewiston, ME | General operations | $1,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $55,000 | 7 |
| 2024 | $36,500 | 8 |
| 2023 | $34,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641339349104269
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-3131160
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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