Walter P & Ada Henderson Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 75-6475315 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$353K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$88,185
Total assets$8.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $88,185 and $88,185.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
100% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masonic Children and Family Services of | Keller, TX | General | $88,185 |
| Envision Dallas | Dallas, TX | General | $88,185 |
| Knights Templar Eye Foundation Inc | Fortworth, TX | General | $88,185 |
| Buckner Baptist Benevolence Fd | Dallas, TX | General | $88,185 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $352,740 | 4 |
| 2024 | $326,540 | 4 |
| 2023 | $313,200 | 4 |
| 2022 | $362,732 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612119349100516
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 75-6475315
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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