The Katherine Soodek Foundation
Historical FunderChicago, Illinois · EIN 26-4733297 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | ROXANNE SAYLOR |
|---|---|
| Address | 232 E WALTON PLACE 10W, CHICAGO IL 60611 |
| Phone | 3124370423 |
| ROXANNE@PROFITANDLAWS.COM | |
| Form and materials | INCLUDES STATEMENTS OF SCOPE, METHOD, AND BUDGET CONCERNING PURPOSE AND USE |
| Deadlines | NONE. |
| Restrictions | YES. ORGANIZATIONS DESCRIBED UNDER IRC SECTION 170 (C) WITH A FOCUS ON ART AND ANIMAL CARE. |
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
20% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cache Creek Animal Rescue | Frankfort, IL | Fund operations | $6,000 |
| Felines & Canines Inc | Chicago, IL | Fund operations | $2,000 |
| Kittens in the Mitten Inc | Hamilton, MI | Fund operations | $2,000 |
| About Face Theater | Chicago, IL | Fund operations | $1,000 |
| Goodman Theatre | Chicago, IL | Fund operations | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,000 | 5 |
| 2024 | $12,000 | 5 |
| 2023 | $13,000 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622189349100117
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-4733297
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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