The Nancy Dee Brandes and Dee Family Foundation
Historical FunderChicago, Illinois · EIN 86-3967580 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50,000 and $156,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | Edward J McGillen |
|---|---|
| Address | 55 E Monroe Street 37th Floor, Chicago IL 60603 |
| Phone | 3125802231 |
| emcgillen@thompsoncoburn.com | |
| Form and materials | No Specific Format |
| Deadlines | None |
| Restrictions | Limited to public charities engaged in religious, scientific, literary or educational purposes. |
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
0% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garfield Park Conservatory | Chicago, IL | General Support | $156,000 |
| Harper Parent Teacher Organization | Wilmette, IL | General Support | $60,000 |
| Oak Park River Forest Community Foundation | Oak Park, IL | General Support | $50,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $266,000 | 3 |
| 2024 | $247,250 | 5 |
| 2023 | $137,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 29, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641199349100614
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 86-3967580
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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