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Private foundation · EIN 36-4260449

Francis Beidler Foundation

Chicago, IL

Francis Beidler Foundation is a private foundation based in Chicago, IL. On its Form 990-PF for tax year 2025, it reported $1.01M in grants and contributions paid across 94 grants, with $22.9M in assets (fair market value). Its return lists how to submit a request. Its largest grants went to Voter Participation Center, Chicago Youth Centers and American Independent Foundation.

How to request funding

Contact
Francis Beidler III
Phone
3129223792
Address
53 W Jackson Blvd Suite 530, Chicago, Il, 60604
Form and materials
All applications need to be in writing and include information necessary to evaluate organization and request.
Restrictions
None. all donees must be qualifying organizations pursuant to irc section 170(c).

As reported on the foundation's Form 990-PF for tax year 2025. Requirements change; confirm with the foundation before applying.

Largest grants, tax year 2025

Historical data · not a prediction
RecipientLocationPurposeAmount
Voter Participation CenterWashington, DCGeneral Support$285,000
Chicago Youth CentersChicago, ILGeneral Support$77,000
American Independent FoundationWashington, DCGeneral Support$50,000
Planned ParenthoodChicago, ILGeneral Support$45,000
Chicago Childrens MuseumChicago, ILGeneral Support$40,000
Giant Steps IlBurr Ridge, ILGeneral Support$30,000
Girls Play SportsEvanston, ILGeneral Support$27,000
National Audubon SocietyHarleyville, SCGeneral Support$25,000
Better Government AssocChicago, ILGeneral Support$23,000
Chapin Hall Center for ChildrenChicago, ILGeneral Support$21,000
Evanston YWCAEvanston, ILGeneral Support$20,000
Erie Family Health CenterEvanston, ILGeneral Support$19,000
Evanston Township High School Health CenterEvanston, ILGeneral Support$18,000
Public Interest Law InitiativeChicago, ILGeneral Support$18,000
Kuumba EvanstonEvanston, ILGeneral Support$15,000
Project on Government OversightWashington, DCGeneral Support$15,000
Wbez Chicago Public RadioChicago, ILGeneral Support$15,000
Start EarlyChicago, ILGeneral Support$12,500
Greater Chicago Food DepositoryChicago, ILGeneral Support$12,000
Chicago Public Schools - J Beidler Elementary SchoolChicago, ILGeneral Support$10,000
Nwestern Univ Department of NeurobiologyEvanston, ILGeneral Support$10,000
All Our Childrens Advocacy CenterJustice, ILGeneral Support$9,000
Nwestern Univ Law SchoolChicago, ILGeneral Support$9,000
Everytown for Gun Safety SupportNew York, NYGeneral Support$7,500
The Trade CollectiveEvanston, ILGeneral Support$7,500

The 25 largest of 94 grants listed on the return. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.

Where its grants went

Quick answers

Does Francis Beidler Foundation accept grant applications?

Its Form 990-PF lists how to submit a request. Form and materials: All applications need to be in writing and include information necessary to evaluate organization and request.. Restrictions: None. all donees must be qualifying organizations pursuant to irc section 170(c).. Confirm current requirements with the foundation before applying.

How much does Francis Beidler Foundation give each year?

For tax year 2025, it reported $1,007,500 in grants and contributions paid (94 grants). Giving can change from year to year.

What organizations has Francis Beidler Foundation funded?

Its largest grants in tax year 2025 went to Voter Participation Center (DC), $285K, Chicago Youth Centers (IL), $77K, American Independent Foundation (DC), $50K, Planned Parenthood (IL), $45K and Chicago Childrens Museum (IL), $40K.