David A and Edith F Demar Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David A and Edith F Demar Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $56,210 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$56,210
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $47,775 the year before.
18% 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 | $20,550 | 17 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $47,775 | 23 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $56,210 | 23 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
David A and Edith F Demar 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 David A and Edith F Demar Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 23 | $56,210 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Streetwise | Social services for the homeless and lower classes. | $20,000 |
| Juf | Support social programs | $10,000 |
| Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago | General museum funds | $5,000 |
| Individual | Support temple activities | $4,360 |
| The Clare Charitable Foundation | Support and benefits for employees at the clare | $3,000 |
| Individual | Assisting the elderly community | $1,000 |
| Special Gifts Theatre | Support the arts and youth | $1,000 |
| Spertus Institute | Jewish educational funding | $1,000 |
| Hunger Resource Network | Social services | $1,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | Support the arts | $1,000 |
| Individual | Social services | $1,000 |
| Camp Chi | Support children's camp | $1,000 |
| Mesulam Center for Cognitive | Support research and care | $1,000 |
| Soar | Support streeterville commnunity | $1,000 |
| Northwestern University | Medical research | $800 |
| Frances W Parker School | General education funds | $800 |
| Individual | Support programs for pre-school | $750 |
| Skyline Village Chicago | Social services | $500 |
| Individual | $500 | |
| Sounds Good Choir | Support the arts | $500 |
| Ryan Licht Sang Bipolar Foundation | Research on bipolar disorder | $500 |
| The Ark | Social services | $250 |
| Individual | Healthcare support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Edith F Demar
- Steven F Demar
- Andrea Demar
- Lawrence E Demar
Questions people ask
Does David A and Edith F Demar Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David A and Edith F Demar Foundation give?
$56,210 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs David A and Edith F Demar Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edith F Demar (Director), Steven F Demar (Director), Andrea Demar (Director) and Lawrence E Demar (Director).
What does David A and Edith F Demar Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, arts and culture and faith communities.