Young Womens Christian Association of Lake Forest
Invitation OnlyLake Bluff, Illinois · EIN 36-6056972 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$58K
Organizations funded14
Typical grant$4,000
Total assets$1.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $5,000.
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
14% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake County Haven | Libertyville, IL | Transitional shelter & housing | $6,500 |
| Mothers Trust Foundation | Lake Forest, IL | Foundation service program | $6,000 |
| A Safe Place Lake County Crisis Ce | Zion, IL | Betty toser counseling groups | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Lake County | North Chicago, IL | Afterschool programing 2025-2026 | $5,000 |
| Kids Above All | Chicago, IL | Doula program | $5,000 |
| Croya | Lake Forest, IL | Croya retreat, work trip, work stay | $5,000 |
| Lffb Senior Center | Lake Forest, IL | Senior advocate program | $5,000 |
| Lake Forest Open Lands | Lake Forest, IL | Ccl program | $4,000 |
| Gorton Community Center | Lake Forest, IL | Children's learning ctr teacher sup | $3,000 |
| Youthbuild Lake County | North Chicago, IL | Youthbuild | $3,000 |
| Tulane University | New Orleans, LA | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Boston College | Chestnut Hill, MA | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| YWCA Metropolitan Chicago | Chicago, IL | Area of greatest need | $2,500 |
| Noah's Rest Inc | Zion, IL | General operations | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $58,000 | 14 |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 15 |
| 2023 | $40,000 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601209349102295
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-6056972
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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