Barbara Bluhm-kaul Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 36-7435405
Foundation Overview
Based in Chicago, IL, Barbara Bluhm-kaul Foundation has awarded 239 grants totaling $4,641,223 to organizations in Illinois, Colorado and 8 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $45 to $537,300, with a median award of $5,000.
Latest Tax Year
2024
Total Giving (all years)
$4,641,223
Total Assets
$22,730
Median Grant (all grants)
$5,000
Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot
Total Grants
16
Median Grant
$22,195
% Median Grant Growth
+122%
(vs previous year)
Data extracted from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Last filing year:
February 2026
Foundation Intelligence
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New Applicant Friendliness
Relationship-Focused: 19%
3 of 16 recipients (19%) were new grantees. Foundation strongly favors organizations with proven track records. New partnerships develop slowly over time.
Geographic Focus
Illinois
56% of grants are awarded in Illinois, with additional funding distributed across 9 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within Illinois, funding concentrates in Chicago (81%), Glencoe (7%), Skokie (4%).
Funding Trajectory
+368%
Strong 368% growth in annual giving over 8 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
General Purposes + 4 others
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on general purposes (39%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Barbara Bluhm-kaul Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's Disease & Related Disorders Association Inc | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Support | 2024 |
| American Friends Of Israel Philharmonic | $2,000 | New York, NY, US | Support Israel Philharmonic | 2024 |
| Anderson Ranch Arts Center | $5,000 | Snowmass Village, CO, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2024 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $90,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2024 |
| Aspen Art Museum | $537,300 | Aspen, CO, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2024 |
| Aspen Music Festival & School | $10,000 | Aspen, CO, US | Promote Music Education For Young Musixc Students | 2024 |
| Chicago Botanical Gardens | $600 | Glencoe, IL, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Chicago Cares | $20,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Support Making Chicago A Stronger Community. | 2024 |
| Chicago Sinai Congregation | $3,875 | Chicago, IL, US | Membership | 2024 |
| Jewish United Fund | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Promote Local And Global Jewish Needs | 2024 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $185,000 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2024 |
| People For The American Way Foundation | $25,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Support Making The Promise Of America Real For Every American: Equality, Freedom Of Speech And Freedom Of Religion | 2024 |
| Religious Action Center Of Reform Judaism | $50,000 | Nw Washington, DC, US | General Support | 2024 |
| Segerstrom Center For The Arts | $24,390 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | General Support | 2024 |
| The Jewish Museum | $145 | New York, NY, US | General Support | 2024 |
| The Washington Institue For Near East Policy | $25,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promote Ameeican Interests In The Middle East | 2024 |
| American Friends Of Israel Museum | $7,000 | New York, NY, US | Support Israeli Museums | 2023 |
| Anderson Ranch Arts Center | $5,000 | Snowmass Village, CO, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2023 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $30,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2023 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2023 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2023 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2023 |
| Aspen Art Museum | $39,300 | Aspen, CO, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2023 |
| Aspen Music Festival & School | $5,000 | Aspen, CO, US | Promote Music Education For Young Musixc Students | 2023 |
| Central Fund Of Israel | $35,000 | Cedarhurst, NY, US | Promotion And Advancement Of The People Of Israel | 2023 |
| Charter 100 Dc | $3,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promote The Advancement Of Woman | 2023 |
| Chicago Architecture Center | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Promote Architechture And Design | 2023 |
| Chicago Cares | $15,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Support Making Chicago A Stronger Community. | 2023 |
| Chicago Sinai Congregation | $3,775 | Chicago, IL, US | Membership | 2023 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Perform And Promote Symphony Orchestra | 2023 |
| English In Action | $1,000 | Basalt, CO, US | Helping Adults To Learn To Read, Write And Speak English. | 2023 |
| Illinois Holocaust Museum | $3,000 | Skokie, IL, US | To Preserve The Legacy Of The Holocaust | 2023 |
| Israel Cancer Research Fund | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | Cancer Research | 2023 |
| Jewish United Fund | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Promote Local And Global Jewish Needs | 2023 |
| Museum Of Contemporary Art | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Annual Contribution | 2023 |
| North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic | $2,500 | Highland Party, IL, US | Legal Aid Service | 2023 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $150,000 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | Annual Pledge | 2023 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $34,800 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2023 |
| Pacific Symphony | $10,000 | Irvince, CA, US | Promote Programs And Resources For Future Musicians | 2023 |
| People For The American Way Foundation | $35,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Support Making The Promise Of America Real For Every American: Equality, Freedom Of Speech And Freedom Of Religion | 2023 |
| Storm King Art Center | $50,000 | New Windsor, NY, US | Support Art Museum | 2023 |
| The Joffrey Ballet | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Promote Students Through Dance. | 2023 |
| The Washington Institue For Near East Policy | $42,576 | Washington, DC, US | Promote Ameeican Interests In The Middle East | 2023 |
| American Friends Of Israel Museum | $7,000 | New York, NY, US | Support Israeli Museums | 2023 |
| Anderson Ranch Arts Center | $5,000 | Snowmass Village, CO, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2023 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $30,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2023 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2023 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2023 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2023 |
| Aspen Art Museum | $39,300 | Aspen, CO, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2023 |
| Aspen Music Festival & School | $5,000 | Aspen, CO, US | Promote Music Education For Young Musixc Students | 2023 |
| Central Fund Of Israel | $35,000 | Cedarhurst, NY, US | Promotion And Advancement Of The People Of Israel | 2023 |
| Charter 100 Dc | $3,000 | Washington, DC, US | Promote The Advancement Of Woman | 2023 |
| Chicago Architecture Center | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Promote Architechture And Design | 2023 |
| Chicago Cares | $15,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Support Making Chicago A Stronger Community. | 2023 |
| Chicago Sinai Congregation | $3,775 | Chicago, IL, US | Membership | 2023 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Perform And Promote Symphony Orchestra | 2023 |
| English In Action | $1,000 | Basalt, CO, US | Helping Adults To Learn To Read, Write And Speak English. | 2023 |
| Illinois Holocaust Museum | $3,000 | Skokie, IL, US | To Preserve The Legacy Of The Holocaust | 2023 |
| Israel Cancer Research Fund | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | Cancer Research | 2023 |
| Jewish United Fund | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Promote Local And Global Jewish Needs | 2023 |
| Museum Of Contemporary Art | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Annual Contribution | 2023 |
| North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic | $2,500 | Highland Party, IL, US | Legal Aid Service | 2023 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $150,000 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | Annual Pledge | 2023 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $34,800 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2023 |
| Pacific Symphony | $10,000 | Irvince, CA, US | Promote Programs And Resources For Future Musicians | 2023 |
| People For The American Way Foundation | $35,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Support Making The Promise Of America Real For Every American: Equality, Freedom Of Speech And Freedom Of Religion | 2023 |
| Storm King Art Center | $50,000 | New Windsor, NY, US | Support Art Museum | 2023 |
| The Joffrey Ballet | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Promote Students Through Dance. | 2023 |
| The Washington Institue For Near East Policy | $42,576 | Washington, DC, US | Promote Ameeican Interests In The Middle East | 2023 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $28,500 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2022 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $30,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2022 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2022 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2022 |
| Aspen Art Museum | $10,000 | Aspen, CO, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2022 |
| Aspen Community Foundation | $5,000 | Basalt, CO, US | Connects Donors To Community Needs And Solves Community Problems | 2022 |
| Chicago Botanical Gardens | $600 | Glencoe, IL, US | To Support The Natural Environment. | 2022 |
| Chicago Cares | $20,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Support Making Chicago A Stronger Community. | 2022 |
| Chicago Foundation For Women | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | Annual Contribution | 2022 |
| Chicago Sinai Congregation | $3,650 | Chicago, IL, US | Membership | 2022 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Perform And Promote Symphony Orchestra | 2022 |
| Global Philanthropy Partnership | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Promote International Giving | 2022 |
| Iit College Of Architecture | $10,800 | Chicago, IL, US | To Educate And Inspire Next Generation Of Architects | 2022 |
| Illinois Holocaust Museum | $3,000 | Skokie, IL, US | To Preserve The Legacy Of The Holocaust | 2022 |
| Macular Degeneration Research | $500 | Clarksburg, MD, US | Mascular Generation Research | 2022 |
| Museum Of Contemporary Art | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Annual Contribution | 2022 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $17,782 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2022 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $10,000 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2022 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $150,000 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2022 |
| Paws Chicago | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | National Model In Animal Sheltering, Committed To Bringing An End To Killing Of Homeless Cats And Dogs | 2022 |
| People For The American Way Foundation | $35,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Support Making The Promise Of America Real For Every American: Equality, Freedom Of Speech And Freedom Of Religion | 2022 |
| The Ark | $300 | Chicago, IL, US | Human Services Serving Chicagoland Jewish Community | 2022 |
| The Jewish Museum | $108 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Promote Jewish History, Culture And Values | 2022 |
| Studio Museum Of Harlem | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Support Black Art And Culture. | 2022 |
| Thresholds | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Support People Living With Mental Illnesses | 2022 |
| North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic | $2,500 | Highland Party, IL, US | Legal Aid Service | 2022 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $28,500 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2022 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $30,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2022 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2022 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2022 |
| Aspen Art Museum | $10,000 | Aspen, CO, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2022 |
| Aspen Community Foundation | $5,000 | Basalt, CO, US | Connects Donors To Community Needs And Solves Community Problems | 2022 |
| Chicago Botanical Gardens | $600 | Glencoe, IL, US | To Support The Natural Environment. | 2022 |
| Chicago Cares | $20,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Support Making Chicago A Stronger Community. | 2022 |
| Chicago Foundation For Women | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | Annual Contribution | 2022 |
| Chicago Sinai Congregation | $3,650 | Chicago, IL, US | Membership | 2022 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Perform And Promote Symphony Orchestra | 2022 |
| Global Philanthropy Partnership | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Promote International Giving | 2022 |
| Iit College Of Architecture | $10,800 | Chicago, IL, US | To Educate And Inspire Next Generation Of Architects | 2022 |
| Illinois Holocaust Museum | $3,000 | Skokie, IL, US | To Preserve The Legacy Of The Holocaust | 2022 |
| Macular Degeneration Research | $500 | Clarksburg, MD, US | Mascular Generation Research | 2022 |
| Museum Of Contemporary Art | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Annual Contribution | 2022 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $17,782 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2022 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $10,000 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2022 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $150,000 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2022 |
| Paws Chicago | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | National Model In Animal Sheltering, Committed To Bringing An End To Killing Of Homeless Cats And Dogs | 2022 |
| People For The American Way Foundation | $35,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Support Making The Promise Of America Real For Every American: Equality, Freedom Of Speech And Freedom Of Religion | 2022 |
| The Ark | $300 | Chicago, IL, US | Human Services Serving Chicagoland Jewish Community | 2022 |
| The Jewish Museum | $108 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Promote Jewish History, Culture And Values | 2022 |
| Studio Museum Of Harlem | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Support Black Art And Culture. | 2022 |
| Thresholds | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Support People Living With Mental Illnesses | 2022 |
| North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic | $2,500 | Highland Party, IL, US | Legal Aid Service | 2022 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $28,500 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2022 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $30,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2022 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2022 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2022 |
| Aspen Art Museum | $10,000 | Aspen, CO, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2022 |
| Aspen Community Foundation | $5,000 | Basalt, CO, US | Connects Donors To Community Needs And Solves Community Problems | 2022 |
| Chicago Botanical Gardens | $600 | Glencoe, IL, US | To Support The Natural Environment. | 2022 |
| Chicago Cares | $20,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Support Making Chicago A Stronger Community. | 2022 |
| Chicago Foundation For Women | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | Annual Contribution | 2022 |
| Chicago Sinai Congregation | $3,650 | Chicago, IL, US | Membership | 2022 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Perform And Promote Symphony Orchestra | 2022 |
| Global Philanthropy Partnership | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Promote International Giving | 2022 |
| Iit College Of Architecture | $10,800 | Chicago, IL, US | To Educate And Inspire Next Generation Of Architects | 2022 |
| Illinois Holocaust Museum | $3,000 | Skokie, IL, US | To Preserve The Legacy Of The Holocaust | 2022 |
| Macular Degeneration Research | $500 | Clarksburg, MD, US | Mascular Generation Research | 2022 |
| Museum Of Contemporary Art | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Annual Contribution | 2022 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $17,782 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2022 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $10,000 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2022 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $150,000 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2022 |
| Paws Chicago | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | National Model In Animal Sheltering, Committed To Bringing An End To Killing Of Homeless Cats And Dogs | 2022 |
| People For The American Way Foundation | $35,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Support Making The Promise Of America Real For Every American: Equality, Freedom Of Speech And Freedom Of Religion | 2022 |
| The Ark | $300 | Chicago, IL, US | Human Services Serving Chicagoland Jewish Community | 2022 |
| The Jewish Museum | $108 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Promote Jewish History, Culture And Values | 2022 |
| Studio Museum Of Harlem | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Support Black Art And Culture. | 2022 |
| Thresholds | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Support People Living With Mental Illnesses | 2022 |
| North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic | $2,500 | Highland Party, IL, US | Legal Aid Service | 2022 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2021 |
| Aspen Art Museum | $99,600 | Aspen, CO, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2021 |
| Aspen Community Foundation | $500 | Basalt, CO, US | Connects Donors To Community Needs And Solves Community Problems | 2021 |
| Chicago Botanical Gardens | $600 | Glencoe, IL, US | To Support The Natural Environment. | 2021 |
| Chicago Cares | $20,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Support Making Chicago A Stronger Community. | 2021 |
| Chicago Foundation For Women | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | Annual Contribution | 2021 |
| Chicago Sinai Congregation | $7,300 | Chicago, IL, US | Membership | 2021 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Perform And Promote Symphony Orchestra | 2021 |
| Museum Of Contemporary Art | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Annual Contribution | 2021 |
| Paws Chicago | $1,200 | Chicago, IL, US | National Model In Animal Sheltering, Committed To Bringing An End To Killing Of Homeless Cats And Dogs | 2021 |
| People For The American Way Foundation | $35,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Support Making The Promise Of America Real For Every American: Equality, Freedom Of Speech And Freedom Of Religion | 2021 |
| Washington Institute For Near East Policy | $4,560 | Washington, WA, US | Contribution For Covid Testing | 2021 |
| Alzeimer's Association -il Chapter | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | Providing Alzheimer's Education, Care And Support While Advancing Critical Research. | 2021 |
| Planned Parenthood Of Illinois | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Support Of Reproductive Health Care. | 2021 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $168,392 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2021 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | $200 | Chicago, IL, US | Pandemic Meal Matching Grant | 2021 |
| Northwestern University | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Life Long Learners | 2021 |
| Studio Museum Of Harlem | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Support Black Art And Culture. | 2021 |
| Alliance Francaise Chicago | $45 | Chicago, IL, US | Support The Cultural And Education Of French Language And Culture. | 2021 |
| Benton Institute For Broadband & Society | $500 | Wilmette, IL, US | Opprtunity Fund | 2021 |
| Israel Cancer Research Fund | $500 | Hartsdale, NY, US | Memorial Contribution | 2021 |
| Anderson Ranch Arts | $5,000 | Snowmass, CO, US | To Provide An Environment To Encourage Unbridled Creativity Making Art A Way Of Life. | 2020 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $657 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2020 |
| Aspen Art Museum | $37,300 | Aspen, CO, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2020 |
| Aspen Center For Environmental Studies | $100 | Aspen, CO, US | To Inspire A Lifelong Commitment To Earth By Providing Immersive Programming For All Ages. | 2020 |
| Aspen Community Foundation | $3,500 | Basalt, CO, US | Connects Donors To Community Needs And Solves Community Problems | 2020 |
| Center For Illinois Politics | $2,000 | Chicago, IL, US | In Honor Of Susan Garrett | 2020 |
| Chicago Sinai Congregation | $6,775 | Chicago, IL, US | Membership | 2020 |
| Chicago Botanical Gardens | $600 | Glencoe, IL, US | To Support The Natural Environment. | 2020 |
| Chicago Cares | $15,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Support Making Chicago A Stronger Community. | 2020 |
| Chicago Foundation For Women | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Annual Contribution | 2020 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Perform And Promote Symphony Orchestra | 2020 |
| Magen David Adom | $476 | New York, NY, US | Purchase Of Medicycle | 2020 |
| Museum Of Contemporary Art | $316 | Chicago, IL, US | Annual Contribution | 2020 |
| Paws Chicago | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | National Model In Animal Sheltering, Committed To Bringing An End To Killing Of Homeless Cats And Dogs | 2020 |
| People For The American Way Foundation | $550 | Washington, DC, US | To Support Making The Promise Of America Real For Every American: Equality, Freedom Of Speech And Freedom Of Religion | 2020 |
| Religious Action Center Of Reform Judaism | $20,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Educate, Inspire, And Mobilize To Advocate For Social Justice | 2020 |
| Washington Institute For Near East Policy | $10,000 | Washington, WA, US | Contribution | 2020 |
| Instit Of Contemporary Art Los Angeles | $5,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Pledge Payment | 2020 |
| Choo Childrens Foundation | $2,000 | Orange, CA, US | In Honor Of Susie Elganian | 2020 |
| Pacific Symphony | $4,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Contributions | 2020 |
| Angelitos De Oro | $500 | Santa Ana, CA, US | Contributions | 2020 |
| Anderson Ranch Arts | $8,000 | Snowmass, CO, US | To Provide An Environment To Encourage Unbridled Creativity Making Art A Way Of Life. | 2018 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $48,200 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2018 |
| Aspen Art Museum | $47,841 | Aspen, CO, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2018 |
| Chicago Botanical Gardens | $250 | Glencoe, IL, US | To Support The Natural Environment. | 2018 |
| Chicago Cares | $15,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Support Making Chicago A Stronger Community. | 2018 |
| Museum Of Contemporary Art | $1,085 | Chicago, IL, US | Innovative And Compelling Center Of Contemporary Art. | 2018 |
| People For The American Way Foundation | $25,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Support Making The Promise Of America Real For Every American: Equality, Freedom Of Speech And Freedom Of Religion | 2018 |
| Society For Contemporary Art | $4,500 | Chicago, IL, US | To Promote A Better Understanding And Appreciation Of The Art Of Our Time | 2018 |
| Writers Theatre | $5,000 | Glencoe, IL, US | To Provide Chicago With Inventive Interpretations Of Classic Work | 2018 |
| Paws Chicago | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | National Model In Animal Sheltering, Committed To Bringing An End To Killing Of Homeless Cats And Dogs | 2018 |
| Aspen Music Festival And School | $5,000 | Aspen, CO, US | To Provide Concert Programming And Its Musical Training Of Mostly Young-adult Music Students | 2018 |
| Highland Park - Highwood Legal Aid Clinic | $250 | Highland Park, IL, US | To Provide Accessible, Quality Pro Bono Legal Services | 2018 |
| Scleroderma Foundation Of Greater Chicago | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | Dedicated To Keeping The Scleroderma Community Informed, Connected, And Supported | 2018 |
| Anderson Ranch Arts | $26,850 | Snowmass, CO, US | To Provide An Environment To Encourage Unbridled Creativity Making Art A Way Of Life. | 2017 |
| Aspen Art Museum | $24,800 | Aspen, CO, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2017 |
| Brigham And Women's Hospital | $15,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Transform Medicine Through Life-giving Breakthroughs. | 2017 |
| Chicago Botanical Gardens | $250 | Glencoe, IL, US | To Support The Natural Environment. | 2017 |
| Chicago Cares | $15,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Support Making Chicago A Stronger Community. | 2017 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Attain The Highest Standard Of Artistic Excellence In Music. | 2017 |
| Museum Of Contemporary Art | $78,102 | Chicago, IL, US | Innovative And Compelling Center Of Contemporary Art. | 2017 |
| People For The American Way Foundation | $25,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Support Making The Promise Of America Real For Every American: Equality, Freedom Of Speech And Freedom Of Religion | 2017 |
| Renaissance Society | $2,500 | Chicago, IL, US | To Support An Independent Non-collecting Museum That Combines Flexible, Experimental Ethos With Focused, Rigorous Inquiry. | 2017 |
| Art Institute Of Chicago | $15,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Collects And Conserves Art Works For Public Appreciation. | 2017 |
| Human Options | $2,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Provide Safety, Healing And A Way Forward To Victims Of Domestic Violence. | 2017 |
| Aspen Community Fund | $1,000 | Basalt, CO, US | Build Philanthropy And Support Nonprofit Organizations By Connecting Donors To Community Needs | 2017 |
| Northwestern University Women's Board | $1,200 | Evanston, IL, US | Foster Interest In Northwestern Education And Research Activities; Offer Scholarships | 2017 |
| Aspen Center For Environmental Studies | $250 | Aspen, CO, US | Provide Environmental Science Education | 2017 |
| Art Encounter | $2,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Educate, Empower And Connect People Of All Ages And Backgrounds Through Visual Arts. | 2017 |
| Illinois Network Charter Schools | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Charter Schools Empower Parents To Choose A Public School. | 2017 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | $500 | Manhattan Beach, CA, US | Fund Research, Provide Patient/caregiver Support And Direct Community Outreach. | 2017 |
| Wic American Section | $200 | Alexandria, VA, US | Increase Access To Nutritious And Safe Food For Low Income Women And Families. | 2017 |
| American Friends Of The Israel Museum | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | To Provide Support For The Israel Museum | 2017 |
| Museum Of Contemporary Art | $108,190 | Chicago, IL, US | Innovative And Compelling Center Of Contemporary Art. | 2016 |
| Jdrf | $2,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Fund Research Into Cures For Type 1 Diabetes. | 2016 |
| People For The American Way Foundation | $20,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Support Making The Promise Of America Real For Every American: Equality, Freedom Of Speech And Freedom Of Religion | 2016 |
| Aspen Musical Festival | $4,800 | Aspen, CO, US | To Provide Classical Music Training And Festivals For Adult Students. | 2016 |
| Chicago Botanical Gardens | $250 | Glencoe, IL, US | To Support The Natural Environment. | 2016 |
| Aspen Art Museum | $37,100 | Aspen, CO, US | To Promote Thought-provoking Experiences Of Art, Culture, And Society. | 2016 |
| Renaissance Society | $2,500 | Chicago, IL, US | To Support An Independent Non-collecting Museum That Combines Flexible, Experimental Ethos With Focused, Rigorous Inquiry. | 2016 |
| Anderson Ranch Arts | $3,000 | Snowmass, CO, US | To Provide An Environment To Encourage Unbridled Creativity Making Art A Way Of Life. | 2016 |
| Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center | $250 | Skokie, IL, US | To Preserve The Legacy Of The Holocaust By Honoring The Memories Of Those Who Were Lost And By Teaching Universal Lessons That Combat Hatred. | 2016 |
| Auditorium Theatre Of Roosevelt Universitry | $3,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Present World Class Programming And Diverse Artistic Talent Transforming Lives Through Innovative Cultural And Educational Programs. | 2016 |
| Chicago Cares | $15,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Support Making Chicago A Stronger Community. | 2016 |
| Gary Comer Youth Center | $100 | Chicago, IL, US | To Ensure Students In The Grand Crossing Neighborhood Graduate From High School Prepared For College And Careers. | 2016 |
| World Jewish American Section | $72 | New York, NY, US | Provides Help To Support Work And Projects Of World Jewish Congress. | 2016 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Attain The Highest Standard Of Artistic Excellence In Music. | 2016 |
| Brigham And Women's Hospital | $15,000 | Boston, MA, US | To Transform Medicine Through Life-giving Breakthroughs. | 2016 |
| Equality Illinois Institute | $300 | Chicago, IL, US | To Advance Equal Treatment And Social Justice Through Education, Advocacy And Protection Of The Rights Of All People Regardless Of Sexual Orientation, Gender Or Expression. | 2016 |
| Jazz Aspen Snowmass | $3,280 | Aspen, CO, US | To Support Music Education And The Arts. | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 36-7435405 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 189 E LAKESHORE DR 19 Chicago, IL 60611-0000 |
Key People (1)
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| Trustee | Barbara Bluhm-kaul |
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