Walter Family Foundation Inc | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 46-1384089
Foundation Overview
Based in Chicago, IL, Walter Family Foundation Inc has awarded 151 grants totaling $39,936,828 to organizations in Illinois, Colorado and 15 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $200 to $4,000,000, with a median award of $25,000.
Latest Tax Year
2023
Total Giving (all years)
$39,936,828
Total Assets
$552,557
Median Grant (all grants)
$25,000
Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot
Total Grants
22
Median Grant
$25,000
% No Significant Change
0%
(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
Balanced Approach: 32%
7 of 22 recipients (32%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
Illinois
62% of grants are awarded in Illinois, with additional funding distributed across 16 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within Illinois, funding concentrates in Chicago (83%), Evanston (4%), E Saint Louis (4%).
Funding Trajectory
-69%
Declining funding trend with 69% decrease over 6 years may indicate reduced grant opportunities or shifting foundation priorities. This trajectory suggests more competitive application environment.
Program Areas
Education + 4 others
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on education (32%). 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 Walter Family Foundation Inc'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Better Chance | $15,000 | New York, NY, US | To Increase Substanitally The Number Of Well-educated Young People Of Color Who Are Capable Of Assuming Position Of Responsibility And Leadership In American Society | 2023 |
| Better Government Association Inc (Bga) | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | A Nonpartisan, Nonprofit News Organization And Civic Advocate Working For Transparency, Equity And Accountability In Government Across Illinois | 2023 |
| Beyond Hunger | $25,000 | Oak Park, IL, US | To Harness The Power Of Community To End Local Hunger | 2023 |
| Center For The Arts | $100,000 | Crested Butte, CO, US | Enriching The Community Through Arts And Cultural Experience For Everyone | 2023 |
| Chicago Blackhawks Foundation | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Pledges To Support Programs And Institutions Throughout Illinois That Work Towards Creating A Better Tomorrow. Focusing On Health And Wellness, Education And Housing, Striving To Serve Local Citizens And Impact The Lives Of Youth And Their Families In And Around The City Of Chicago | 2023 |
| Chicago Public Media Inc | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Serve The Public Interest By Creating And Delivering Diverse, Compelling Content That Informs, Inspires, Enriches And Entertains | 2023 |
| Chicago Theatre Group Inc | $148,500 | Chicago, IL, US | Committed To Producing Both Classic And Contemporary Works, Giving Full Voice To A Wide Range Of Artists And Visions | 2023 |
| Field Museum Of Natural History | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Inspire Curiosity About Life On Earth While Exploring How The World Came To Be And How We Can Make It A Beter Place | 2023 |
| Jackie Joyner Kersee Foundation | $50,000 | E Saint Louis, IL, US | To Instill Youth In The Greater East St. Louis Area With The Dream, Drive And Determination Necessary To Succeed In Academics, Athletics And Leadership | 2023 |
| Jonathan Plutzik And Lesley Goldwasser Family Foundation Inc | $10,000 | Miami Beach, FL, US | A Commitment To Education, African Relieft, Community Building, Jewish Communal Causes And The Arts | 2023 |
| Lincoln Park Zoological Society | $1,400,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Connect People With Nature By Providing A Free, Family-oriented Wildlife Experience In The Heart Of Chicago And By Advancing The Highest Quality Of Animal Care, Education, Science And Conservation | 2023 |
| Lookingglass Theatre Company | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Through Theatre, Which Invites, Even Demands, Interaction With Its Audience, Our Goal Is To Fire The Imagination With Love, To Celebrate The Human Capacity To Taste And Smell, Weep And Laugh, Create And Destroy, And Wake Up Where We First Fell-changed, Charged And Empowered | 2023 |
| Magic Johnson Foundation | $25,000 | Beverly Hills, CA, US | To Initiate And Support Programs That Help To Serve Underserved Communities And Enhance The Lives Of Underprivileged And Needy Individuals, And To Initiate And Support Charitable Programs That Further The Health And Education Of The Public | 2023 |
| Metro Squash Nfp | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Combines Academic Support, Competitive Squash And Enrichment Opportunities To Empower Students To Realize Their Potential And Make Their Mark | 2023 |
| One Acre Fund | $25,000 | Highland Park, IL, US | Supplies Smallholder Farms With The Financing And Training They Need To Grow More Food And Earn More Money From Their Farms | 2023 |
| St Teresa Parish | $31,000 | Chicago, IL, US | For Religious Education Programs | 2023 |
| St Vincent De Paul Society | $1,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | To Offer Direct-aid That Helps People In Need Get Back On Their Feet | 2023 |
| The Chris Tucker Foundation | $10,000 | Stockbridge, GA, US | Working With Corporate And Community Partners To Meet Critical Needs Of Families By Addressing Food Insecurities In Underserved Populations And Facilitating Opportunities For Young People To Pursue Their Dreams Through Arts And Entertainment Training Programming, And Support Atlanta's Unhoused Community Through Clothing Drives And Toiletry Item Donations | 2023 |
| The Elizabeth Taylor Aids Foundation | $25,000 | Beverly Hills, CA, US | Ensures Direct Care And Support To People With Hiv And Aids | 2023 |
| The Jaime And Blanca Jarrin Foundation | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Committed To Serving And Supporting Charitable, Educational And Athletic Programs In The Local Los Angeles Area, As Well As Those In Need Internationally | 2023 |
| The Sudc Foundation | $1,000 | Roseland, NJ, US | To Envision A World Where No More Children Are Lost To Sudden Unexplained Death In Childhood, And Is The Only Organization Worldwide Whose Purpose Is To Promote Awareness, Advocate For Research And Support Those Affected By Sudc. | 2023 |
| Tough Enough To Wear Pink | $25,000 | Hughson, CA, US | For The Prevention, Diagnosis And Treatment Of Breast Cancer | 2023 |
| Armin Homann Foundation | $200 | Niles, IL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Beyond Hunger | $25,000 | Oak Park, IL, US | To Harness The Power Of Community To End Local Hunger | 2022 |
| Chicago Blackhawks Foundation | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Chicago History Museum | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Chicago International Film Festival Inc Cinema-chicago | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Chicago Public Media Inc | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Chicago Theatre Group Inc | $150,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| City Year Chicago | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Build Democracy Through Citizen Service, Civic Leadership And Social Entrepreneurship. | 2022 |
| Ericson Institute | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Field Museum Of Natural History | $1,550,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Focusing Philanthropy Inc | $250,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | To Target Serious Human Challenges That Individual Donors Can Successfully Address; Choose Tactics That Are Demonstrably Effective; Identify Confidence Inspiring Implementing Partners; Conduct Ongoing Monitoring; And Assure Substantive Reporting | 2022 |
| Jackie Joyner Kersee Foundation | $49,400 | E Saint Louis, IL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Jesuit Refugee Service Usa | $5,000 | Washington, DC, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Jonathan Plutzik And Lesley Goldwasser Family Foundation Inc | $10,000 | Miami Beach, FL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Lincoln Park Zoological Society | $1,450,000 | Chicago, IL, US | For The Preservation Of The Zoo And Animals | 2022 |
| Lookingglass Theatre Company | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Present Live Theatrical Productions, Education, Teaching, Community And Outreash Programs | 2022 |
| Lyric Opera Of Chicago | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Express And Promote The Life-changing, Transformational, Revelatory Power Of Great Opera | 2022 |
| Mission Of Our Lady Of Mercy Inc | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| One Acre Fund | $25,000 | Highland Park, IL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Onegoal | $3,365,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Provide Urban Students With The Resources, Support And Network To Enroll In And Graduate From Four-year Colleges | 2022 |
| St Teresa Parish | $36,000 | Chicago, IL, US | For Religious Education Programs | 2022 |
| St Vincent De Paul Society | $1,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| The Chris Tucker Foundation | $10,000 | Stockbridge, GA, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Tough Enough To Wear Pink | $25,000 | Hughson, CA, US | For The Prevention, Diagnosis And Treatment Of Breast Cancer | 2022 |
| Benedictine Sisters Of Chicago | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Serve The Less Fortunate, Creating Awarenesss And Hope For Those In Need | 2021 |
| Beyond Hunger | $25,000 | Oak Park, IL, US | To Harness The Power Of Community To End Local Hunger | 2021 |
| Center For The Arts | $10,000 | Crested Butte, CO, US | For Engaging Opportunities And Educational Experiences To Enrich And Expand The Life Of Our Community | 2021 |
| Chicago Theatre Group Inc | $850,000 | Chicago, IL, US | For Education And Community Programs | 2021 |
| City Year Chicago | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Build Democracy Through Citizen Service, Civic Leadership And Social Entrepreneurship. | 2021 |
| Dikembe Mutombo Foundation Inc | $100,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | To Improve The Health, Education And Quality Of Life For The People Of The Dominican | 2021 |
| Dme Exchange Of Dallas Inc | $500 | Dallas, TX, US | To Collect 'gently Used' Durable Medical Equipment (dme), Evaluate For Use, Repair, If Needed, Sanitize To State Standards And Then Provide To Patients Who Have A Doctor's Prescription For The Item, Are 200% Below The Poverty Level, Have Either No Insurance Or A Gap In Insurance Coverage And For The Present, Live In Dallas County, Texas | 2021 |
| Field Museum Of Natural History | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Inspire Curiosity About Life On Earth While Exploring How The World Came To Be And How We Can Make It A Beter Place | 2021 |
| Focusing Philanthropy Inc | $135,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | To Target Serious Human Challenges That Individual Donors Can Successfully Address; Choose Tactics That Are Demonstrably Effective; Identify Confidence Inspiring Implementing Partners; Conduct Ongoing Monitoring; And Assure Substantive Reporting | 2021 |
| Justin Turner Foundation | $15,000 | Studio City, CA, US | To Support Homeless Veterans, Children (and Their Families) Battling Lifealtering Illnesses And Diseases And Various Youth Baseball Organizations | 2021 |
| Lincoln Park Zoological Society | $1,000,000 | Chicago, IL, US | For The Preservation Of The Zoo And Animals | 2021 |
| Lookingglass Theatre Company | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Present Live Theatrical Productions, Education, Teaching, Community And Outreash Programs | 2021 |
| Lyric Opera Of Chicago | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Express And Promote The Life-changing, Transformational, Revelatory Power Of Great Opera | 2021 |
| Onegoal | $500,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Provide Urban Students With The Resources, Support And Network To Enroll In And Graduate From Four-year Colleges | 2021 |
| Shriners Hospital For Children | $1,000 | Tampa, FL, US | To Provide The Highest Quality Care To Children With Neuromusculoskeleta Conditions, Burn Injuries And Other Special Health Care Need Within A Compassionate, Family-centered And Collaborative Care Environment | 2021 |
| St Teresa Parish | $31,500 | Chicago, IL, US | For Religious Education Programs | 2021 |
| Tough Enough To Wear Pink | $25,000 | Hughson, CA, US | For The Prevention, Diagnosis And Treatment Of Breast Cancer | 2021 |
| American Diabetes Association | $250 | Arlington, VA, US | To Prevent And Cure Diabetes, And To Improve The Lives Of All People Affected By Diabetes | 2020 |
| Bottom Line | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Help First-generation Students From Low-income Backgrounds Stay In College And Complete Their Degrees | 2020 |
| Bubye Valley Conservation Research | $1,366,060 | Pleasanton, CA, US | To Describe And Understand The General Ecology And Conservation Of African Lions In A Large Fenced Reserve | 2020 |
| Chicago International Film Festival Inc Cinema-chicago | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Foster Better Communication Between People Of Diverse Cultures Through The Art Of Film And The Moving Image. We Serve Chicago's Diverse Citizenry By Providing Access To World Class Cinema | 2020 |
| Chicago Theatre Group Inc | $888,000 | Chicago, IL, US | For Goodman Theatre | 2020 |
| Chimp Haven Inc | $2,999,638 | Keithville, LA, US | To Provide And Promote The Best Care Of Sanctuary Chimpanzees And Inspire Action For The Species Worldwide. | 2020 |
| City Year Chicago | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Build Democracy Through Citizen Service, Civic Leadership And Social Entrepreneurship. | 2020 |
| Congo Square Theatre Company | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Produce Transformative Work Rooted In The African Diaspora | 2020 |
| Dme Exchange Of Dallas Inc | $500 | Dallas, TX, US | To Collect 'gently Used' Durable Medical Equipment (dme), Evaluate For Use, Repair, If Needed, Sanitize To State Standards And Then Provide To Patients Who Have A Doctor's Prescription For The Item, Are 200% Below The Poverty Level, Have Either No Insurance Or A Gap In Insurance Coverage And For The Present, Live In Dallas County, Texas | 2020 |
| Field Museum Of Natural History | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Inspire Curiosity About Life On Earth While Exploring How The World Came To Be And How We Can Make It A Better Place | 2020 |
| Hopewell Fund | $10,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Support Domestic And International Initiatives Aimed By Advancing Public Good And Achieving Equity For All People | 2020 |
| Ladylike Foundation | $25,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | To Promote And Educate Feminine Virtues And Characteristics In The Lives Of Young Women Living In Underprivileged Communities | 2020 |
| Lincoln Park Zoological Society | $930,000 | Chicago, IL, US | For Preservation Of The Zoo And Animals | 2020 |
| Lookingglass Theatre Company | $25,500 | Chicago, IL, US | To Present Live Theatrical Productions, Education, Teaching, Community And Outreash Programs | 2020 |
| North Lawndale Employment Network | $2,500 | Chicago, IL, US | To Improve The Earnings Potential Of The North Lawndale Community Through Innovative Employment Initiatives That Lead To Economic Advancement And An Improved Quality Of Life For Residents | 2020 |
| Northwestern University | $250,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Law School Scholarship Fund | 2020 |
| Paws Chicago (pets Are Worth Saving) | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To End The Overpopulation Of Homeless Pets Through Practical Efforts And Long-term Education | 2020 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | $500 | Memphis, TN, US | To Advance Cures, And Mean Of Prevention, For Pediatric Catastrophic Diseases Through Research And Treatment | 2020 |
| St Teresa Of Avila | $31,000 | Chicago, IL, US | For Religious Education Programs | 2020 |
| St Vincent De Paul Society | $11,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | To Offer Direct-aid That Helps People In Need Get Back On Their Feet | 2020 |
| Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago Foundation | $250 | Chicago, IL, US | To Cultivate And Secure Contributions That Advance The Mission Of The Hospital | 2019 |
| Bottom Line | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Help First-generation Students From Low-income Backgrounds Stay In College And Complete Their Degrees | 2019 |
| Bubye Valley Conservation Research | $2,500,000 | Pleasanton, CA, US | To Describe And Understand The General Ecology And Conservation Of African Lions In A Large Fenced Reserve | 2019 |
| Cedars-sinai Medical Center | $1,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | To Provide Quality Healthcare And Improve Health Through Biomedical Research, Education And Community Benefit Programs | 2019 |
| Chicago High School For The Arts | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | To Develop The Next Generation Of Diverse, Artistically Promising Scholar-artists Through Intensive Pre-professional Training In The Arts, Combined With A Comprehensive College Preparatory Curriculum | 2019 |
| Chicago Public Media | $23,500 | Chicago, IL, US | To Offer Programs That Speak With Many Voices To Community Needs | 2019 |
| Chicago Theatre Group Inc | $843,000 | Chicago, IL, US | For Goodman Theatre | 2019 |
| Chimp Haven Inc | $3,100,000 | Keithville, LA, US | To Provide And Promote The Best Care Of Sanctuary Chimpanzees And Inspire Action For The Species Worldwide. | 2019 |
| Common Ground Foundation Inc | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Empower High School Students From Under-served Communities To Become Future Leaders | 2019 |
| Dikembe Mutombo Foundation Inc | $250,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | To Improve The Health, Education And Quality Of Life For The People Of The Dominican | 2019 |
| Epworth Children & Family Services | $500 | St Louis, MO, US | To Help Children, Youth And Families Move Toward Self-sufficency | 2019 |
| Field Museum Of Natural History | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Inspire Curiosity About Life On Earth While Exploring How The World Came To Be And How We Can Make It A Better Place | 2019 |
| Handicapped Development Center | $200 | Davenport, IA, US | To Provide Programs That Provide Opportunities And Assitance To Person With Disabilities In And Around Scott County Iowa | 2019 |
| Jackie Joyner Kersee Foundation | $5,000 | E Saint Louis, IL, US | To Instill Youth In The Greater East St. Louis Area With The Dream, Drive And Determination Necessary To Succeed In Academics, Athletics And Leadership | 2019 |
| Lincoln Park Zoological Society | $911,300 | Chicago, IL, US | For Preservation Of The Zoo And Animals | 2019 |
| Lookingglass Theatre Company | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Present Live Theatrical Productions, Education, Teaching, Community And Outreash Programs | 2019 |
| Lydian Accelerator | $1,000 | Oakland, CA, US | To Accelerate The Research And Development Of Customized Genetic Treatments Using Antisense Oligonucleotides Technology | 2019 |
| Lyric Opera Of Chicago | $40,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Express And Promote The Life-changing, Transformational, Revelatory Power Of Great Opera | 2019 |
| North Carolina Opera Inc | $10,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | For Education And Community Engagement Programming | 2019 |
| Northwestern University | $250,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Law School Scholarship Fund | 2019 |
| Onegoal | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Provide Urban Students With The Resources, Support And Network To Enroll In And Graduate From Four-year Colleges | 2019 |
| Queen Of All Saints Catholic Church | $5,000 | Concord, CA, US | To Live In God's Love And Bringing It Out To The World | 2019 |
| Robert Morris University Illinois | $100,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Student Scholarships | 2019 |
| Society Of St Vincent De Paul | $2,000 | Dallas, TX, US | A Network Of Friends, Inspired By Gospel Values, Growing In Holiness And Building A More Just World Through Personal Relationships With And Service To People In Need | 2019 |
| St Teresa Of Avila | $26,500 | Chicago, IL, US | For Religious Education Programs | 2019 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Museum | $10,000 | Washington, DC, US | To Rescue Holocaust Evidence, Confront Hatred, And Prevent Genocide | 2019 |
| American Association Of Zoological Parks & Aquariums Inc | $200,000 | Silver Spring, MD, US | Matching Contribution For Safe Campaign | 2018 |
| Chicago International Film Festival Inc Cinema-chicago | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Foster Better Communication Between People Of Diverse Cultures Through The Art Of Film And The Moving Image. We Serve Chicago's Diverse Citizenry By Providing Access To World-class Cinema | 2018 |
| Chicago Theatre Group Inc | $800,000 | Chicago, IL, US | For Goodman Theatre | 2018 |
| Chimp Haven Inc | $3,900,363 | Keithville, LA, US | To Provide And Promote The Best Care Of Sanctuary Chimpanzees And Inspire Action For The Species Worldwide. | 2018 |
| Creighton University | $100,000 | Omaha, NE, US | For Undergraduate, Graduate And Professional Programs | 2018 |
| Dme Exchange Of Dallas Inc | $1,000 | Dallas, TX, US | To Collect 'gently Used' Durable Medical Equipment (dme), Evaluate For Use, Repair, If Needed, Sanitize To State Standards And Then Provide To Patients Who Have A Doctor's Prescription For The Item, Are 200% Below The Poverty Level, Have Either No Insurance Or A Gap In Insurance Coverage And For The Present, Live In Dallas County, Texas | 2018 |
| Field Museum Of Natural History | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Inspire Curiosity About Life On Earth While Exploring How The World Came To Be And How We Can Make It A Better Place | 2018 |
| Jackie Joyner Kersee Foundation | $35,000 | E Saint Louis, IL, US | To Instill Youth In The Greater East St. Louis Area With The Dream, Drive And Determination Necessary To Succeed In Academics, Athletics And Leadership | 2018 |
| Karma Rescue | $500 | Santa Monica, CA, US | To Provide Programs For At-risk Dogs In Los Angeles Through Educating, Advocating, And Providing Resources For Life-saving Rescue Efforts | 2018 |
| Lincoln Park Zoological Society | $938,500 | Chicago, IL, US | For Preservation Of The Zoo And Animals | 2018 |
| Lyric Opera Of Chicago | $30,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Express And Promote The Life-changing, Transformational, Revelatory Power Of Great Opera | 2018 |
| Misericordia Homeheart Of Mercy | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | To Support Individuals With Developmental Disabilities In Maximizing Their Level Of Independence And Self-determination Within An Environment That Fosters Spirituality, Dignity, Respect And Enhancement Of Quality Of Life. | 2018 |
| North Carolina Opera Inc | $1,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | For Education And Community Engagement Programming | 2018 |
| Northwestern University | $167,167 | Evanston, IL, US | Law School Scholarship Fund | 2018 |
| Ounce Of Prevention Fund | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Give Children In Poverty The Best Chance For Success In School And In Life By Advocating For And Providing The Highest Quality Care And Education From Birth To Age Five. | 2018 |
| Robert Morris University Illinois | $100,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Offer Professional, Career-focused Education In A Collegiate Setting To Diverse Communities. | 2018 |
| Saint Viator High School | $5,000 | Arlington Heights, IL, US | To Provide Two Students With A Scholarship To Help Pay A Significant Portion Of Their Tuition Via The Timothy Halpin '90 Memorial Scholarship | 2018 |
| St Teresa Of Avila | $26,000 | Chicago, IL, US | For Religious Education Programs | 2018 |
| Wild Horse Foundation Inc | $25,000 | Mimai, IL, US | To Inspire Children And Families In Underserved Communities By Promoting Healthier And Better Quality Lives Through Education, Sports, Community Development, And Health And Wellness Programs | 2018 |
| Wolcott School | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Provide Suppoprt For Students With Learning Differences, Tailored To The Strengths And Aspirations Of Each Student | 2018 |
| Adaptive Sports Center Of Crested Butte Inc | $1,000 | Crested Butte, CO, US | To Improve The Quality Of Life Of People With Disabilities Through Outdoor Adventure Activities. | 2017 |
| American Association Of Zoological Parks & Aquariums Inc | $200,000 | Silver Spring, MD, US | Matching Contribution For Safe Campaign | 2017 |
| Black Ensemble Theater Corporation | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Eradicate Racism Through The Utilization Of Theater Arts While Providing Training And Employment For Minority Artists In The Chicago Metropolitan Area. | 2017 |
| Chicago Theatre Group Inc | $800,000 | Chicago, IL, US | For Education And Community Programs | 2017 |
| City Year Chicago | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Build Democracy Through Citizen Service, Civic Leadership And Social Entrepreneurship. | 2017 |
| Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | To Offer High School Scholarship Assistance And Programmatic Support To Chicago Students From Economically Disadvantaged Backgrounds | 2017 |
| Dikembe Mutombo Foundation Inc | $25,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | To Improve The Health, Education And Quality Of Life For The People Of The Dominican To Improve The Health, Education And Quality Of Life For The People Of The Dominican To Improve The Health, Education And Quality Of Life For The People Of The Dominican | 2017 |
| Field Museum Of Natural History | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Inspire Curiosity About Life On Earth While Exploring How The World Came To Be And How We Can Make It A Better Place | 2017 |
| La Posada Providencia | $1,000 | San Benito, TX, US | A Ministry For People In Crisis From Around The World, Who Are Seeking Legal Refuge In This Country. | 2017 |
| Lincoln Park Zoological Society | $950,000 | Chicago, IL, US | For Preservation Of The Zoo And Animals | 2017 |
| North Carolina Opera Inc | $7,500 | Raleigh, NC, US | For Education And Community Engagement Programming | 2017 |
| Northwestern University | $250,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Law School Scholarship Fund | 2017 |
| Onegoal | $4,000,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Provide Urban Students With The Resources, Support And Network To Enroll In And Graduate From Four-year Colleges | 2017 |
| Ounce Of Prevention Fund | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Give Children In Poverty The Best Chance For Success In School And In Life By Advocating For And Providing The Highest Quality Care And Education From Birth To Age Five. | 2017 |
| Pg Family Foundation | $10,000 | Fort Worth, TX, US | For Assistance To Under Served And Marginalized Communities | 2017 |
| Society Of St Vincent De Paul Diocesan Council Of Dallas Inc | $5,000 | Dallas, TX, US | To Offer Direct-aid That Helps People In Need Get Back On Their Feet | 2017 |
| St Teresa Of Avila | $26,000 | Chicago, IL, US | For Religious Education Programs | 2017 |
| St Vincent De Paul Society | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | To Offer Direct-aid That Helps People In Need Get Back On Their Feet | 2017 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | $250,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Identify, Fund And Rigorously Evalute Evidence Based Programs That Lead To A Substainable Reduction In Violence For Individuals And Communities Most Affected By Violence And Poverty.to Identify, Fund And Rigorously Evalute Evidence Based Programs That Lead To A Substainable Reduction In Violence For Individuals And Communities Most Affected By Violence And Poverty. | 2017 |
| Women's Sports Foundation | $25,000 | New York, NY, US | To Create Leaders By Ensuring Girls Access To Sports. | 2017 |
| Wounded Warrior Project Inc | $1,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | To Honor And Empower Wounded Warriors. | 2017 |
| Xs Tennis And Education Foundation | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | To Provide Chicago's Underserved Youth With An Enriching Safe-haven And Positive Academic/athletic Pathway To College Through A Community-based Sports And Academic Enrichment Program. | 2017 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for Walter Family Foundation Inc as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 46-1384089 |
| Website | http://walterfamilyfoundation.com |
| Address | 227 WEST MONROE STREET 5000 Chicago, IL 60606-0000 |
Key People (4)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Walter Family Foundation Inc's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President | Mark Walter |
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| Vice President | Kimbra Walter |
| Treasurer | Matthew Sennett |
| Secretary | Robert Fedoris |
Forms 990-PF
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February 2026
based on IRS Form 990-PF filings. Foundation information reflects most recent available tax year data.