Efaw Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Efaw Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bloomington, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $31,950 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$31,950
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $26,500 the year before.
80% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $22,974 | 5 | $975,935 |
| 2024 | $26,500 | 3 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $31,950 | 5 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Efaw Family 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 Efaw Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $31,700 |
| Maryland | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Heartland Community College Foundation | Support of charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | Support of charitable purpose | $5,200 |
| McLean County Arts Center | Support of charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Easter Seals | Support of charitable purpose | $500 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Support of charitable purpose | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- David S Efaw
- Dana Efaw
Questions people ask
Does Efaw Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Efaw Family Foundation give?
$31,950 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Efaw Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David S Efaw (President) and Dana Efaw (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Efaw Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.