The Galter Foundation
Invitation OnlyNiles, Illinois · EIN 36-6082419 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$151K
Organizations funded13
Typical grant$7,500
Total assets$2.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $25,000.
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
23% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boys Town Jerusalem | Lakewood, NJ | To foster and promote activities of recipient | $25,000 |
| Galter Life Center on the Green | Chicago, IL | To foster and promote activities of recipient | $25,000 |
| Northwestern Foundation | Chicago, IL | To foster and promote activities of recipient | $25,000 |
| Swedish Covenant Hospital | Chicago, IL | To foster and promote activities of recipient | $25,000 |
| Chicago Jewish Federation | Chicago, IL | To foster and promote activities of recipient | $10,000 |
| Northwestern University | Evanston, IL | To foster and promote activities of recipient | $10,000 |
| Advocate Charitable Foundation | Park Ridge, IL | To foster and promote activities of recipient | $7,500 |
| Lurie Children Hospital | Chicago, IL | To foster and promote activities of recipient | $7,500 |
| Kohl Children Museum | Glenview, IL | To foster and promote activities of recipient | $5,000 |
| Paws | Chicago, IL | To foster and promote activities of recipient | $5,000 |
| Shaare Zedek Medical Center | New York, NY | To foster and promote activities of recipient | $2,500 |
| Wttw Channel 11 | Chicago, IL | To foster and promote activities of recipient | $2,500 |
| City of Hope Hardwarehome Improvement 1 | Los Angeles, CA | To foster and promote activities of recipient | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $151,000 | 13 |
| 2023 | $161,000 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543179349103594
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-6082419
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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