Grants paid in 2025
9 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois Institute of TechnologyChicago, IL | Charitable purposes | $1.2M |
| World Bicycle ReliefChicago, IL | Charitable purposes | $114K |
| Mission El FaroCreston, IA | Charitable purposes | $11K |
| Free Wheelchair MissionIrvine, CA | Charitable purposes | $10K |
| The People's Music SchoolChicago, IL | Charitable purposes | $10K |
| New Life CentersChicago, IL | Charitable purposes | $6,000 |
| Challenged Athletes FoundationSan Diego, CA | Charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro ChicagoChicago, IL | Charitable purposes | $500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of ChicagoChicago, IL | Charitable purposes | $500 |
By state: Illinois 6 · Iowa 1 · California 2
About this foundation
Ephraim Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Chicago, Illinois, administered in care of Foundation Source, tax-exempt since 2017. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Ephraim Family 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 Ephraim Family Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $1.4M across 9 grants, a median of $10K.
Where does Ephraim Family Foundation give?
Illinois (6 grants), Iowa (1 grants), California (2 grants), per its latest filing.
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