Funding search · EIN 462346255 · Chicago, IL

Chicago Educational Research Foundation

A private foundation (files IRS Form 990-PF). Most private foundations do not take unsolicited applications; the route in is usually a program officer.

108
grants reported
$155,900
total given
2022–2025
filing years
$1,000
median grant

Based on grants this organization reported to the IRS for tax years 20222025. This is what they filed, not a complete record of their giving, and recent years may be incomplete because filings lag.

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Top recipients

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  • Temple Beth Shalom3 grants · $18,000
  • Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center4 grants · $17,500
  • Madonna Mission4 grants · $10,000
  • Pcd Foundation2 grants · $8,000
  • Chicago Jewish Day School4 grants · $8,000
  • Ver International2 grants · $7,500
  • Over the Rainbow Housing4 grants · $6,500
  • Johnny'S Ambassadors3 grants · $6,000
  • Kleo Cummunity Family Life Center4 grants · $5,700
  • Bowmanville Baptist Church2 grants · $5,300

Giving over time

$39,000
2022
$33,000
2023
$46,500
2024
$37,400
2025

Grant history

The 100 largest of 108 grants.

  • $8,000

    Temple Beth Shalom · Northbrook, IL · 2022

    Congregation beth shalom, the spiritual home to more than 1150 member families, is the largest conservative synagogue on the north shore. We are dedicated to promoting family and community through limud (study), tefilla read all
  • $6,500

    Pcd Foundation · Minneapolis, MN · 2024

    The primary purpose for starting the pcdf was to address severe unmet needs in the pcd patient community, including: diagnostic challenges, lack of evidence to support therapies, inadequate demographic information and p read all
  • $6,500

    Ver International · Trussville, AL · 2024

    Ver internationals mission is to help break cycles of poverty among the most vulnerable of honduras through programs ineducation,health and hygiene, andentrepreneurship.

  • $5,000

    Temple Beth Sholom · Las Vegas, NV · 2025

    Congregation beth shalom, the spiritual home to more than 1150 member families, is the largest conservative synagogue on the north shore. We are dedicated to promoting family and community through limud (study), tefilla read all
  • $5,000

    Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center · Skokie, IL · 2024

    The museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the holocaust by honoring the memories of those who were lost and by teaching universal lessons that combat hatred, prejudice and indifference. The museum fulfills its read all
  • $5,000

    Temple Beth Shalom · Northbrook, IL · 2024

    Congregation beth shalom, the spiritual home to more than 1150 member families, is the largest conservative synagogue on the north shore. We are dedicated to promoting family and community through limud (study), tefilla read all
  • $5,000

    Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center · Skokie, IL · 2023

    The museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the holocaust by honoring the memories of those who were lost and by teaching universal lessons that combat hatred, prejudice and indifference. The museum fulfills its read all
  • $5,000

    Temple Beth Shalom · Northbrook, IL · 2023

    Congregation beth shalom, the spiritual home to more than 1150 member families, is the largest conservative synagogue on the north shore. We are dedicated to promoting family and community through limud (study), tefilla read all
  • $5,000

    Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center · Skokie, IL · 2022

    The museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the holocaust by honoring the memories of those who were lost and by teaching universal lessons that combat hatred, prejudice and indifference. The museum fulfills its read all
  • $4,000

    Bowmanville Baptist Church · Chicago, IL · 2022

    To further the mission of the organization

  • $3,500

    The Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Foundation · Rochester, NY · 2022

    To improve the quality of life of those affected by pcd and to develop the means to find a cure.

  • $3,300

    Volunteer Eye Resources International · Napa, CA · 2022

    Volunteer eye resources international was created to improve and restore sight to individuals living in extreme poverty in developing nations by providing high quality, comprehensive, & community-driven eye care service read all
  • $3,000

    Johnny'S Ambassadors · Castle Rock, CO · 2025

    Johnnys ambassadorsis on a mission to educate teens, parents, and communities about the dangers of todays high-thc marijuana on adolescent brain development, mental illness, and suicide.

  • $2,500

    Chicago Jewish Day School · Chicago, IL · 2025

    An authentic jewish education that integrates independent learning with jewish values.

  • $2,500

    Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center · Skokie, IL · 2025

    The museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the holocaust by honoring the memories of those who were lost and by teaching universal lessons that combat hatred, prejudice and indifference. The museum fulfills its read all
  • $2,500

    Madonna Mission · Chicago, IL · 2025

    Madonna mission is a not-for-profit organization providing education and resettlement support programs for refugee individuals and their families in chicago.

  • $2,500

    Chicago Jewish Day School · Chicago, IL · 2024

    An authentic jewish education that integrates independent learning with jewish values.

  • $2,500

    Madonna Mission · Chicago, IL · 2024

    Madonna mission is a not-for-profit organization providing education and resettlement support programs for refugee individuals and their families in chicago.

  • $2,500

    The Lisa Project · Stockton, CA · 2024

    The lisa project is a unique multi-sensory exhibit experience allowing the visitor to hear, see and experience the reality of the world of child abuse

  • $2,500

    Madonna Mission · Chicago, IL · 2023

    Madonna mission is a not-for-profit organization providing education and resettlement support programs for refugee individuals and their families in chicago.

  • $2,500

    The Lisa Project · Stockton, CA · 2023

    The lisa project is a unique multi-sensory exhibit experience allowing the visitor to hear, see and experience the reality of the world of child abuse

  • $2,500

    Madonna Mission · Chicago, IL · 2022

    Madonna mission is a not-for-profit organization providing education and resettlement support programs for refugee individuals and their families in chicago.

  • $2,000

    Johnny'S Ambassadors · Castle Rock, CO · 2024

    Johnnys ambassadorsis on a mission to educate teens, parents, and communities about the dangers of todays high-thc marijuana on adolescent brain development, mental illness, and suicide.

  • $2,000

    Kleo Cummunity Family Life Center · Chicago, IL · 2024

    To eradicate violence by breinging opportunity to those in need throught arts, culture, workforce

  • $2,000

    Chicago Jewish Day School · Chicago, IL · 2023

    An authentic jewish education that integrates independent learning with jewish values.

  • $2,000

    Kleo Cummunity Family Life Center · Chicago, IL · 2023

    To eradicate violence by breinging opportunity to those in need throught arts, culture, workforce

  • $2,000

    Over the Rainbow Housing · Evanston, IL · 2023

    Otr is an illinois non-profit organization dedicated to providing independent living solutions for individuals with physical disabilities.

  • $1,500

    Margaret R Baker Charitable Foundation · Rockingham, VA · 2025

    Awards scholarships that are payable to educational institutions on behalf of deserving young adults who are in good standing at their colleges or universities in order to help them flourish

  • $1,500

    Over the Rainbow Housing · Evanston, IL · 2025

    Otr is an illinois non-profit organization dedicated to providing independent living solutions for individuals with physical disabilities.

  • $1,500

    Pcd Foundation · Minneapolis, MN · 2025

    The primary purpose for starting the pcdf was to address severe unmet needs in the pcd patient community, including: diagnostic challenges, lack of evidence to support therapies, inadequate demographic information and p read all
  • $1,500

    Soul City Church · Chicago, IL · 2025

    Leading people into a transforming relationship with jesus.

  • $1,500

    Tunnel To Towers Foundation · Staten Island, NY · 2025

    Helping americas heroes by providing mortgage-free homes to gold star and fallen first responder families with young children and by building specially-adapted smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first read all
  • $1,500

    Over the Rainbow Housing · Evanston, IL · 2024

    Otr is an illinois non-profit organization dedicated to providing independent living solutions for individuals with physical disabilities.

  • $1,500

    Jewish Council for Youth Services · Chicago, IL · 2022

    Jcys family centers foster a love of learning while helping children develop social and emotional skills in a nurturing environment. Our play-based curriculum delivers age-appropriate lessons in math, science, and liter read all
  • $1,500

    Jewish National Fund · Northbrook, IL · 2022

    Gives all generations of jews a unique voice in building a prosperous future for the land of israel and its people

  • $1,500

    Over the Rainbow Housing · Evanston, IL · 2022

    Otr is an illinois non-profit organization dedicated to providing independent living solutions for individuals with physical disabilities.

  • $1,300

    Bowmanville Baptist Church · Chicago, IL · 2023

    To further the mission of the organization

  • $1,000

    Cancer Wellness Center · Northbrook, IL · 2025

    Through supportive care and education, the cancer wellness center seeks to improve the emotional and physical well-being of people affected by cancer.

  • $1,000

    Carfu - Chicago Area Rugby Football Union · Schaumburg, IL · 2025

    Governing body for the illinois, indiana, iowa, michigan, minnesota, ohio, and wisconsin laus

  • $1,000

    Kleo Cummunity Family Life Center · Chicago, IL · 2025

    To eradicate violence by breinging opportunity to those in need throught arts, culture, workforce

  • $1,000

    Mark Schonwetter Holocaust Education Foundation · Livingston, NJ · 2025

    Grants funds for holocaust eduction to schools nationwide

  • $1,000

    Shalva · Chicago, IL · 2025

    Shalva is the oldest independent, jewish domestic abuse agency in the united states.

  • $1,000

    Siena Military Club · Las Vegas, NV · 2025

    Serves as a support network for military families, veterans, and students interested in joining the military or pursuing careers related to the armed forces

  • $1,000

    Ver International · Trussville, AL · 2025

    Ver internationals mission is to help break cycles of poverty among the most vulnerable of honduras through programs ineducation,health and hygiene, andentrepreneurship.

  • $1,000

    Youth Build of Lake County · North Chicago, IL · 2025

    To provide underserved young adults with the education, training, and life skills necessary to become gainfully employed and build a better future.

  • $1,000

    Cancer Wellness Center · Northbrook, IL · 2024

    Through supportive care and education, the cancer wellness center seeks to improve the emotional and physical well-being of people affected by cancer.

  • $1,000

    Shalva · Chicago, IL · 2024

    Shalva is the oldest independent, jewish domestic abuse agency in the united states.

  • $1,000

    St Francis of Assisi Church · Chicago, IL · 2024

    The ecclesial designation of st. Francis of assisi church stands as a minor basilica of the roman catholic in the archdiocese of chicago. Its architectural importance is since it was designed by william j. Brinkmann (18 read all
  • $1,000

    Tunnel To Towers Foundation · Staten Island, NY · 2024

    Helping americas heroes by providing mortgage-free homes to gold star and fallen first responder families with young children and by building specially-adapted smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first read all
  • $1,000

    Youth Build of Lake County · North Chicago, IL · 2024

    To provide underserved young adults with the education, training, and life skills necessary to become gainfully employed and build a better future.

  • $1,000

    Cancer Wellness Center · Northbrook, IL · 2023

    Through supportive care and education, the cancer wellness center seeks to improve the emotional and physical well-being of people affected by cancer.

  • $1,000

    Frances Xavier Warde Catholic School · Chicago, IL · 2023

    Provides an academically excellent, values-oriented education to students of all ethnic, religious, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds in a child-centered urban environment

  • $1,000

    Johnny'S Ambassadors · Castle Rock, CO · 2023

    Johnnys ambassadorsis on a mission to educate teens, parents, and communities about the dangers of todays high-thc marijuana on adolescent brain development, mental illness, and suicide.

  • $1,000

    Misericordia · Chicago, IL · 2023

    Misericordia offers a community of care that maximizes potential for persons with mild to profound developmental disabilities, many of whom are also physically challenged.

  • $1,000

    Shalva · Chicago, IL · 2023

    Shalva is the oldest independent, jewish domestic abuse agency in the united states.

  • $1,000

    St Ignatius College Prep · Chicago, IL · 2023

    For more than a century and one half, saint ignatius college prep has strengthened father damen's mission for our school so that our young men and women can be formed in heart, soul and mind - going out to lead and set read all
  • $1,000

    Youth Build of Lake Country · Chicago, IL · 2023

    At yblc we provide at-risk young adults with the education and training necessary to become gainfully employed and build a better future.

  • $1,000

    Cancer Wellness Center · Northbrook, IL · 2022

    Through supportive care and education, the cancer wellness center seeks to improve the emotional and physical well-being of people affected by cancer.

  • $1,000

    Chicago Jewish Day School · Chicago, IL · 2022

    An authentic jewish education that integrates independent learning with jewish values.

  • $1,000

    Club of Hearts · Chicago, IL · 2022

    Providing assistance to 501(c)(3) exempt organizations that assist families and individuals through service and fundraising.

  • $1,000

    Misericordia · Chicago, IL · 2022

    Misericordia offers a community of care that maximizes potential for persons with mild to profound developmental disabilities, many of whom are also physically challenged.

  • $1,000

    Nph USA · Chicago, IL · 2022

    Nph usa is a non-profit organization operating in latin america and the caribbean to support the homes, health services and educational programs of nuestros pequenos hermanos.

  • $1,000

    Shalva · Chicago, IL · 2022

    Shalva is the oldest independent, jewish domestic abuse agency in the united states.

  • $1,000

    Youth Build of Lake Country · Chicago, IL · 2022

    At yblc we provide at-risk young adults with the education and training necessary to become gainfully employed and build a better future.

  • $745

    Ort America · New York, NY · 2025

    Ort america transforms lives through education, fostering an innovative global network grounded in jewish values.

  • $700

    Kleo Cummunity Family Life Center · Chicago, IL · 2022

    To eradicate violence by breinging opportunity to those in need throught arts, culture, workforce

  • $650

    Soul City Church · Chicago, IL · 2024

    Leading people into a transforming relationship with jesus.

  • $500

    Hillel International · Washington, DC · 2025

    A safe space for jewish students and events aimed at facilitating jewish traditions on college campuses

  • $500

    Jewish United Fund · Chicago, IL · 2025

    Rooted in the belief in collective action and collective responsibility, juf provides life-saving services and life-enriching experiences where they are needed most.

  • $500

    Magen David Adom · New York, NY · 2025

    Israelis depend on magen david adom to save lives every day

  • $500

    Michigan Shores Club Foundation · Wilmette, IL · 2025

    Sponsors scholarships and educational opportunities for michigan shores club employees and their families

  • $500

    Nami -National Alliance On Mental Illness · Los Angeles, CA · 2025

    The nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of americans affected by mental illness

  • $500

    Shriners Children'S Chicago · Chicago, IL · 2025

    A pediatric specialty hospital serving children in orthopedics with care, treatment and rehabilitation services

  • $500

    The Michael J Fox Foundation · New York, NY · 2025

    Eliminate parkinson's disease in our lifetime

  • $500

    Ark Valley Preschool · Poncha Springs, CO · 2024

    At ark valley preschool, we are committed to nurturing the whole child through play-based, nature-connected, and inclusive early education.

  • $500

    Every Brain Matters · Katy, TX · 2024

    Every brain matters is a non-profit organization developed by families negatively impacted by commercial marijuana.

  • $500

    Jewish United Fund · Chicago, IL · 2024

    Rooted in the belief in collective action and collective responsibility, juf provides life-saving services and life-enriching experiences where they are needed most.

  • $500

    John W O'Brien Family Foundation · Skokie, IL · 2024

    Medical research in the field of prolotherapy

  • $500

    Magen David Adom · New York, NY · 2024

    Israelis depend on magen david adom to save lives every day

  • $500

    Ort America · New York, NY · 2024

    Ort america transforms lives through education, fostering an innovative global network grounded in jewish values.

  • $500

    St Sabina Academy · Chicago, IL · 2024

    At st. Sabina academy, we believe every child has a purpose, a gift, and a destiny to make a lasting impact in our society. We pride ourselves on helping our scholars identify who they are as individuals and in christ, read all
  • $500

    Jewish Council for Youth Services · Chicago, IL · 2023

    Jcys family centers foster a love of learning while helping children develop social and emotional skills in a nurturing environment. Our play-based curriculum delivers age-appropriate lessons in math, science, and liter read all
  • $500

    Magen David Adom · New York, NY · 2023

    Israelis depend on magen david adom to save lives every day

  • $500

    Nevada Veterans Assistance League · Las Vegas, NV · 2023

    Each assistance league chapter exists to serve the unique needs and challenges of their community.

  • $500

    Regenerative Medicine Foundation · Wellington, FL · 2023

    Funding medical research in the field of prolotherapy. Its interest income is generated from investment of idle cash balances.

  • $500

    St Paulanne'S Needy Family Fund · Glenview, IL · 2023

    The goal of the fund is to provide hope, assistance, and encouragement to clients, so thay may move to a self-sustaining life whenever possible.

  • $500

    St Paulanne'S Needy Family Fund · Glenview, IL · 2022

    The goal of the fund is to provide hope, assistance, and encouragement to clients, so thay may move to a self-sustaining life whenever possible.

  • $459

    Friends of Idf · Chicago, IL · 2025

    Raises funds for programs that support the health, well-being, and education of active duty israel defense forces soldiers, veterans, and bereaved familie

  • $400

    Or Shalom · San Francisco, CA · 2025

    Embraces jewish tradition and values while encouraging questioning and experimentation

  • $400

    Love Africas Mission · Belmont, NC · 2023

    Mission is to establish the church as the center of african communities. Love africa mission exists to support our african ministry partners with the evangelism and discipleship of their people

  • $300

    Keshet · Newton, MA · 2025

    Works for the full equality of lgbtq+ jews and our families in jewish life

  • $300

    American Jewish Joint District Committee · New York, NY · 2023

    For over a century, weve put jewish values into action whenthe world needs it most. See what we do and what drives us.

  • $300

    Norwood Park Pto · Chicago, IL · 2023

    Norwood park school pto, inc. Was founded in may 2019 to promote and support the academic and fine arts programs at norwood park elementary school in chicago

  • $250

    Merit School of Music · Chicago, IL · 2025

    Focuses on high-quality music instruction for kids and teens, offering group music classes, private lessons, and conservatory level instruction

  • $250

    St Paulanne Needy Family Fund · Glenview, IL · 2025

    Answere the call of those in our parish and community who are in nancial crisis

  • $250

    Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart · Lake Forest, IL · 2025

    Offers a unique and transformative high school experienceone where every element is intentionally designed to cultivate the gifts of each student and to help intelligent, interested and energetic young women to thrive

  • $250

    Loyola Academy · Wilmette, IL · 2024

    Founded in 1909, loyola academy is a co-educational college preparatory school rooted in the jesuit, catholic tradition of st. Ignatius of loyola

  • $250

    The Patrick Stein Fund · Northfield, IL · 2024

    The foundation seeks to make a difference by generating broad-based support for cancer research by creating an urgent awareness among all americans of the importance of the war against cancer.

  • $200

    Mercy Home for Boys & Girls · Chicago, IL · 2024

    Mercy home gives its young people the safety they need right now, the therapy they need to move forward, and the tools they need to build brighter futures. Tools like a good education, life skills, career exploration an read all
  • $175

    American Friends of Soroka Medical Center · Scarsdale, NY · 2024

    Since its founding in 1959, soroka medical center has been a beacon of world-class care for over 1 million residents of the negev

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