CH & GF Pajeau Foundation
Preselected recipients only
CH & GF Pajeau Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $44,300 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $3,544 and the largest $8,860. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$44,300
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$3,544
- Largest grant$8,860
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $41,100 the year before.
46% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $55,000 | 9 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $41,100 | 11 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $44,300 | 11 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
CH & GF Pajeau Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What CH & GF Pajeau Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $9,303 |
| Michigan | 1 | $8,860 |
| New York | 2 | $7,088 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $4,430 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,544 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,544 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,544 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,215 |
| Delaware | 1 | $1,772 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan Wildlife Habitat Foundation DBA Michigan Wildlife Conservancy | General support | $8,860 |
| Environmental Law & Policy Center Policy Center | General support | $5,759 |
| For Our Friends | General support | $5,316 |
| New England Wildlife Center Inc | General support | $4,430 |
| Spay and Stay | General support | $3,544 |
| Operation Topcat | General support | $3,544 |
| National Aviary Pittsburgh Inc | General support | $3,544 |
| Rocky Mountain Raptor Program | General support | $3,544 |
| Peewees Pet Adoption World | General support | $2,215 |
| Abbe Freeland Animal Sanctuary | General support | $1,772 |
| Cats Around Town | General support | $1,772 |
Officers and trustees
- Northern Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does CH & GF Pajeau Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does CH & GF Pajeau Foundation give?
$44,300 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $3,544.
Who runs CH & GF Pajeau Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Northern Trust Company (Trustee).
What does CH & GF Pajeau Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and animals.