Chicago Battle of the Badges Charities
Grantmaking foundation in Chicago, Illinois · EIN 93-1600554
- Illinois
- Chicago
- Public Safety, Disaster Preparedness and Relief
- Public Safety, Disaster Preparedness and Relief in Illinois
- Grants itemized on the 990
- $72KTax year 2026
- Grants made
- 11Tax year 2026
- Total assets
- $140KLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2026Form 990 / 990-PF
Mission
The Chicago Battle of the Badges Foundation primary purpose is to expeditiously provide financial assistance to first respondents Fire Firefighters paramedics and police and their families in times hardship. These include line of duty deaths disabilities and illness that resulted from line of duty risks and stressful and catastrophic events causing financial hardships.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Brotherhood of the Fallen | $12K | 2026 |
| Chicago Police Memorial Foundation | $12K | 2026 |
| Light the Light | $12K | 2026 |
| Ignite the Spirit | $8.8K | 2026 |
| CFD Gold Badge Society | $8.8K | 2026 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list (11 grants in 2026) is available with a free account.
Website: chicagobattkeofthebadges.org
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2026. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.