The Kerr Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyWilmette, Illinois · EIN 13-6044353 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$9,875
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$210K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $1,250.
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
55% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Immigration Law Center | Los Angeles, CA | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Civic Leadership Foundation | Chicago, IL | General purpose | $1,250 |
| Northwestern University | Evanston, IL | General purpose | $1,250 |
| Humanitarian Social Innovations | Bethlehem, PA | General purpose | $1,125 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | Garden Grove, CA | General purpose | $1,000 |
| The Licorice Project | Wilmette, IL | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Barks of Love | Murrieta, CA | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Charlestown Mothers Association | Charlestown, MA | General purpose | $625 |
| St Johns Episcopal | Chicago, IL | General purpose | $625 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,875 | 9 |
| 2023 | $9,000 | 11 |
| 2022 | $5,500 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Mar 27, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630869349100018
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 13-6044353
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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