Charles W & Patrica S Bidwill Foundati
Preselected recipients only
Charles W & Patrica S Bidwill Foundati is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 30 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $200,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.1 million
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$38.9 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was up from $761,000 the year before.
27% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $761,000 | 23 | $18.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 30 | $38.9 million |
How to apply
Charles W & Patrica S Bidwill Foundati 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 Charles W & Patrica S Bidwill Foundati funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 20 | $659,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $250,000 |
| California | 4 | $147,000 |
| New York | 2 | $50,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $25,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Thrive Scholars | Provide educational opportunities to students of color from under-resourced communities. | $200,000 |
| Bandwith Music LTD | Provide performing arts instruction to underserved communities | $160,000 |
| Mychals Learning Place | Center for children and adults with developmental disabilities | $77,000 |
| Big Shoulders | Provide financial support to catholic schools in the neediest areas of inner-city chicago. | $50,000 |
| Cristo Rey St Martin | Offers catholic college preparatory education for economically disadvantaged students in the north chicago and waukegan area. | $50,000 |
| Momentum | Programs dedicated to advancing the independence, productivity and full citizenship of children and adults with disabilities and medical conditions. | $50,000 |
| St Ignatius College Prep | Jesuit high school in chicago, tuition assistance for those in need | $50,000 |
| Irish American Partnership | Promotes higher education | $50,000 |
| Midtown Education Foundation | Provides educational opportunities to less advantaged youth, (4th grade through high school)in the chicagoland area. | $40,000 |
| Frank Lentz Foundation | Promotes higher education | $37,000 |
| Arrupe College of Loyola | Promotes higher education | $30,000 |
| Chicago Jesuit Academy | Catholic education of middle school boys | $25,000 |
| Christ the King Jesuit College Prep | To provide a quality catholic education to chicago's west side | $25,000 |
| Fiver Children's Foundation | Youth development program for underprivileged in new york area | $25,000 |
| Leo High School | Provides tuition assistance to those in need. | $25,000 |
| Providence St Mel School | Catholic education of high school students | $25,000 |
| Sister Thea Bowman Foundation | To provide disadvantaged black high school students with scholarships to competitive college prep high schools. | $25,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School | Promotes higher education | $25,000 |
| Holy Trinity High School | Promotes higher education | $25,000 |
| Come to Believe Foundation | Promotes higher education | $25,000 |
| Glenwood Academy | Promotes higher education | $25,000 |
| Institute for International Education | Promote eduction & prepares students for the global workforce | $20,000 |
| The Neighborhood Bridge | Promotes higher education | $12,000 |
| Challenged Athletes Foundation | To provide opportunities and support to people with physical challenges so they can pursue active lifestyles through physical fitness and competitive athletics | $10,000 |
| Golden Heart Ranch | Provides opportunities for young adults with developmental disabilities | $10,000 |
| Rosie's House | Organization whose programs are an outreach to disadvantaged children | $10,000 |
| St Catherine of Siena St Lucy Parish | To provide catholic education | $10,000 |
| St Patrick High School | Education of high school boys (catholic) | $10,000 |
| St Procopius Dual Language School | Promotes higher education | $10,000 |
| Lumen Christian Institute | To provide catholic higher education | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia M Bidwill
- Shauna B Valenzuela
- Brian R Bidwill
- Amelia B Valenzuela
- Charles W Bidwill Jr
Questions people ask
Does Charles W & Patrica S Bidwill Foundati accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles W & Patrica S Bidwill Foundati give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Charles W & Patrica S Bidwill Foundati?
Its 2024 filing lists Patricia M Bidwill (Director/President), Shauna B Valenzuela (Director/Secretary), Brian R Bidwill (Director/Vice-President) and Amelia B Valenzuela (Director/Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Charles W & Patrica S Bidwill Foundati fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.