Grants paid in 2025
Top 60 of 73 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Project AvarySan Rafael, CA | Support children of incarc. parents | $220K |
| Sustainable Harvest InternationalWashington, DC | Eliminate tropical deforestation | $169K |
| Math Circles of ChicagoChicago, IL | Support math in schools | $130K |
| Vanguard DafMalvern, PA | Supports donor-advised funds | $80K |
| Connect MedSan Diego, CA | Support hosp. & health care | $65K |
| Global Village InitiativeSummertown, TN | Support cultural exchange | $65K |
| Nano Detection Laboratory TulaneNew Orleans, LA | Support medical research | $52K |
| Denver Art MuseumDenver, CO | Cultural support | $40K |
| San Diego Museum of ArtSan Diego, CA | Support the arts | $35K |
| Colorado Public RadioCentennial, CO | Cultural support | $30K |
| NAMI San DiegoSan Diego, CA | Support for mental illness | $30K |
| Kpbs RadioSan Diego, CA | Support public radio | $25K |
| Ubuntu Global ConnectionsConcord, MA | Support for social services | $25K |
| Citizens Climate EducationCoronado, CA | Support a livable world | $20K |
| Clean WisconsinMadison, WI | Support water conservation | $20K |
| EccoaddendumAtlanta, GA | Support healthy environment | $20K |
| Father's Arms MinistryChicago, IL | Support children through religion | $20K |
| Friends of AcadiaBar Harbor, ME | Support cultural resources of park | $20K |
| Geoversity FoundationBorrego Springs, CA | Support watershed conservancy | $20K |
| Ryan Family YMCASan Diego, CA | Community support | $20K |
| Salvation ArmyChicago, IL | Support the needy | $20K |
| San Diego History CenterSan Diego, CA | Support local history | $20K |
| WvtfRoanoke, VA | Support public broadcasting | $20K |
| School Justice ProjectWashington, DC | Support spec. educ. needs | $15K |
| Solar CookersSacramento, CA | Support for social services | $15K |
| Food Bank of Western MassachusettsChicopee, MA | Support food for the needy | $12K |
| Il Policy InitiativeChicago, IL | Support taxpayer interests | $12K |
| Injustice WatchChicago, IL | Support investigative reporting | $12K |
| Open DoorsProvidence, RI | Support homeless individuals | $12K |
| School on Wheels LALos Angeles, CA | Support of literacy programs | $12K |
| The Invisible InstituteChicago, IL | Support nonprofit journalism | $12K |
| American Rivers IncWashington, DC | Environmental support | $10K |
| Bear Yuba Land TrustGrass Valley, CA | Support nature conservancy | $10K |
| Evanston Community FoundationEvanston, IL | Support for social services | $10K |
| Holy Family MinistryNorthfield, IL | Support for social services | $10K |
| Int'l Campaign for TibetWashington, DC | Cultural support for tibet | $10K |
| NrdcNew York, NY | Support for the environment | $10K |
| Sierra ClubOakland, CA | Environmental support | $10K |
| South Yuba River Citizens LeagueNevada City, CA | Environmental support | $10K |
| St Vincent Depaul SocietyOrland Park, IL | Support the needy | $10K |
| Sumi NungwaSalt Lake City, UT | Support for elders | $10K |
| Tunnel to Towers FoundationStaten Island, NY | Support of first responders' family | $10K |
| University of San Diego Sch of LawSan Diego, CA | Support higher education | $10K |
| Water CharityCrestlinre, CA | Support global water projects | $10K |
| Winnetka Historical SocietyWinnetka, IL | Cultural support | $10K |
| Yosemite ConservancySan Francisco, CA | Support for the national park | $10K |
| Open City AdvocatesWashington, DC | Support city's civilians & landmarks | $7,500 |
| Refuge PointBoston, MA | Support vulnerable refugees | $7,500 |
| The Nature ConservancyChicago, IL | Support nature | $7,500 |
| Block Club ChicagoChicago, IL | Provide coverage to diverse areas | $5,500 |
| Hamilton Wood Type MuseumTwo Rivers, WI | Preserve wood type in printing | $5,500 |
| Boulder JjcBoulder, CO | Support for social services | $5,000 |
| Case Western School of LawCleveland, OH | Educational support | $5,000 |
| Congregation Bonai ShalomBoulder, CO | Support accepting inclusive members | $5,000 |
| Cu FoundationBroomfield, CO | Educational support | $5,000 |
| Jewish ColoradoDenver, CO | Support for social services | $5,000 |
| Kellogg School of ManagementEvanston, IL | Support of higher education | $5,000 |
| Polestar GardensPahoa, HI | Support for social services | $5,000 |
| Moran Center for Youth AdvocacyEvanston, IL | Support youth advocacy | $5,000 |
| College of the AtlanticBar Harbor, ME | Support higher education | $2,500 |
By state: California 18 · Illinois 17 · District of Columbia 5 · Colorado 6 · Pennsylvania 1 · Tennessee 1
About this foundation
Paul Bechtner Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Winnetka, Illinois, administered in care of Paul Weaver, tax-exempt since 1994. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Paul Bechtner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does Paul Bechtner Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $1.5M across 73 grants, a median of $10K.
Where does Paul Bechtner Foundation give?
California (18 grants), Illinois (17 grants), District of Columbia (5 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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