Chavez-Tatro Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chavez-Tatro Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$50,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1,498
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $25,000 | 1 | $23,227 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $48,171 |
| 2025 | $50,000 | 1 | $1,498 |
How to apply
Chavez-Tatro 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 Chavez-Tatro Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lyric Opera House of Chicago | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient. | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Tatro
- Margarita Chavez
- Sarah C Chavez-Knott
- Armando Chavez
- Willis Tatro
Questions people ask
Does Chavez-Tatro Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chavez-Tatro Foundation give?
$50,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Chavez-Tatro Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Tatro (President and Director), Margarita Chavez (Treasurer and Director), Sarah C Chavez-Knott (Secretary and Director) and Armando Chavez (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Chavez-Tatro Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.