The Jessica Fund
Historical FunderChicago, Illinois · EIN 36-6850332 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,100 and $10,675.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | CAROL PRINS |
|---|---|
| Address | 1500 NORTH LAKE SHORE DR, CHICAGO IL 60610 |
| Phone | 3126427165 |
| Form and materials | TWO (2) TYPEWRITTEN PAGES |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
48% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Museum of Contemporary Art | Chicago, IL | General operating support | $90,000 |
| Chicago Foundation for Women | Chicago, IL | General operating support | $80,000 |
| Chicago Theatre Group Inc | Chicago, IL | General operating support | $35,000 |
| Friends of United Hatzalah Inc | New York, NY | General operating support | $24,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Inc | New York, NY | General operating support | $20,000 |
| The Neighborhood Playhouse | New York, NY | General operating support | $12,000 |
| Standwithus | Los Angeles, CA | General operating support | $11,120 |
| Chicago Sinai Temple | Chicago, IL | General operating support | $10,675 |
| Barnard College | New York, NY | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Maman Nonprofit | Encino, CA | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Children - Chicago | Chicago, IL | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Institute for Music and Nerologic Function | Mount Vernon, NY | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Temple Shalom | Chicago, IL | General operating support | $8,990 |
| Justice for Children Foundation Inc | Savannah, GA | General operating support | $8,000 |
| Impact Forum Foundation | Encino, CA | General operating support | $7,000 |
| Georgia O'keefe Museum | Santa Fe, NM | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Girlforward | Chicago, IL | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Mitzvah Matters | Los Angeles, CA | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Ready for Succeed | Los Angeles, CA | General operating support | $5,000 |
| The Jewish Agency for Israel - North American Council | New York, NY | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Vocel | Chicago, IL | General operating support | $3,000 |
| American Friends of Unit 669 Inc | Livingston, NJ | General operating support | $3,000 |
| Imerman Angels | Chicago, IL | General operating support | $2,500 |
| Jewish Community Center | Northbrook, IL | General operating support | $2,100 |
| Francis W Parker School | Chicago, IL | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | New York, NY | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Chicago Public Media | Chicago, IL | General operating support | $1,000 |
| The Network Advocating Against Domestic Violence | Chicago, IL | General operating support | $750 |
| Almost Home Kids | Chicago, IL | General operating support | $500 |
| American Jewish World Services | New York, IL | General operating support | $500 |
| Arts Club of Chicago | Chicagoi, IL | General operating support | $300 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $387,435 | 31 |
| 2024 | $307,830 | 30 |
| 2023 | $665,000 | 25 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621329349102322
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-6850332
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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