Chris & Irene Seth Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Chris & Irene Seth Family Foundation is a private foundation in Deerfield, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $196,700 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$196,700
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $157,500 the year before.
27% 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 | $118,000 | 14 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $157,500 | 20 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $196,700 | 22 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Barry Seth 1355 Wilmot Road, Deerfield, IL 60015 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (847) 405-0100 |
| What to submit | In writing; to contact person; describe org'n & purpose |
What Chris & Irene Seth Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 3 | $62,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $41,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 2 | $16,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $12,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 3 | $9,200 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $7,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rush University Medical Center | Medical reseach and treatment | $50,000 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute | Medical research | $30,000 |
| The Woodhall School | Secondary education | $20,000 |
| Trevor Project | Suicide prevention | $15,000 |
| National Alliance on Mental Illness | Mental illness care and prevention | $10,000 |
| The Learning Foundation Inc | Promotion of literacy | $10,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Research | $10,000 |
| Greater Boston Food Bank | Food for the poor | $10,000 |
| Pround Spirit Horse Sanctuary | Horses for charity and protection | $7,000 |
| Food Bank of Eastern Michigan | Food assistance for the poor | $6,000 |
| Hawaii Community Fndn-Hawaii Strong | Maui fire disaster relief | $5,000 |
| ACLU | Litigation, communication, education | $5,000 |
| Mayo Clinic Foundation | Medical research and education | $3,000 |
| Sigma Beta Sorority Inc | Philanthrooic support of various cha | $3,000 |
| Christian Community Response Team | Caritable relief and emergency resp | $2,200 |
| Wolf Park | Animal conservation | $2,000 |
| Fa Re | Food allergy research & education | $2,000 |
| West Deerfield Township Food Pantry | Food for the poor | $2,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Conservation education | $1,500 |
| Bostonet | Women's sports - catchball assocn | $1,000 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind | Assistance ot the blind | $1,000 |
| Child and Family Charities | Family counseling and assistance | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Barry Seth
- Robin Seth
- Ryan Seth
- Kevin Seth
- Marla Freehling
Questions people ask
Does Chris & Irene Seth Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Chris & Irene Seth Family Foundation give?
$196,700 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Chris & Irene Seth Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Barry Seth (President), Robin Seth (Secretary-Tr), Ryan Seth (Board Member) and Kevin Seth (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Chris & Irene Seth Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and science and research.