Chicago Battle of the Badges Charities
Preselected recipients only
Chicago Battle of the Badges Charities is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $72,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $8,750 and the largest $11,667. 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$72,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$8,750
- Largest grant$11,667
- Assets$129,774
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was down from $80,750 the year before.
29% of its 2025 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 | $0 | 0 | $55,483 |
| 2024 | $80,750 | 6 | $64,863 |
| 2025 | $72,000 | 11 | $129,774 |
How to apply
Chicago Battle of the Badges Charities 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 Chicago Battle of the Badges Charities funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 11 | $72,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Police Memorial Foundation | Grant to assist the family and children of injured or fallen Chicago police officers | $11,667 |
| Brotherhood of the Fallen | Assist first respondents during critical times | $11,667 |
| Light the Light | Assisting first respondents i times of need | $11,667 |
| Ignite the Spirit | Grant to support injured or illnesses of firefighters and paramedics. | $8,815 |
| CFD Gold Badge Society | Grant to assist the families and children of line of duty deaths and injuries suffered by CFD firefighters and paramedics. | $8,750 |
| Fire Chaplain Ministries | Grant supports families of first respondents with services and counsel during difficult times. | $8,750 |
| EMW Retirees Widows Children | Grant to support first responders retirees and widows of line of duty deaths | $7,000 |
| Individual | LODD or Illness | $1,140 |
| Individual | Lodd | $1,044 |
| Individual | Illness | $1,000 |
| Individual | First respondent husband Husband passes away | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Alfonzo Ortiz
- Marilyn Ortiz
- Alfonzo Ortiz Jr
- Amarelis Ortiz
- Carlos Sanchez
- Betsy Michna
- Francisco Velez
- Nathaniel Miles
Questions people ask
Does Chicago Battle of the Badges Charities accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chicago Battle of the Badges Charities give?
$72,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $8,750.
Who runs Chicago Battle of the Badges Charities?
Its 2025 filing lists Alfonzo Ortiz (President Founder), Marilyn Ortiz (Treasurer), Alfonzo Ortiz Jr (Vice President) and Amarelis Ortiz (Secretary) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Chicago Battle of the Badges Charities fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and human services.