Chern Family Foundation
Grantmaking foundation in Northbrook, Illinois · EIN 87-3202211
- Illinois
- Northbrook
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations in Illinois
- Grants itemized on the 990
- $1.1MTax year 2025
- Grants made
- 15Tax year 2025
- Total assets
- $1.1MLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2025Form 990 / 990-PF
Giving by year
Totals by tax year, rounded to two significant figures. Years without a reported total show the sum of grants itemized on the filing.
Top recipients
| Recipient | Amount | Tax year |
|---|---|---|
| Autism Speaks | $330K | 2025 |
| Third Way Institute | $250K | 2025 |
| A Better Chicago | $130K | 2025 |
| American Israel Education Foundation | $100K | 2025 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | $100K | 2025 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list (15 grants in 2025) is available with a free account.
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2025. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.