William R Jr and Marilyn W Blew Foundation
Invitation OnlyPalos Heights, Illinois · EIN 36-3487087 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$19K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$400K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $3,000.
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
22% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Xavier University | Chicago, IL | Operating Expense | $5,000 |
| Knox College Annual Fund | Galesburg, IL | Operating Expense | $3,700 |
| Purdue Research Foundation | West Lafayette, IN | Operating Expense | $3,000 |
| Active Transportation Alliance | Chicago, IL | Operating Expense | $3,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Chicago, IL | Operating Expense | $1,000 |
| ReVive | Chicago, IL | Operating Expense | $1,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Chicago | Chicago, IL | Operating Expense | $1,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Washington, DC | Operating Expense | $1,000 |
| St Francis De Sales High School | Chicago, IL | Operating Expense | $400 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,100 | 9 |
| 2024 | $20,600 | 10 |
| 2023 | $18,980 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601319349102140
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-3487087
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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