Ida D Sharp Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ida D Sharp Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $12,500. 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$27,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$12,500
- Assets$848,550
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $27,500 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $28,000 | 4 | $744,176 |
| 2024 | $27,500 | 4 | $769,402 |
| 2025 | $27,500 | 4 | $848,550 |
How to apply
Ida D Sharp 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 3 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $12,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ukrainian Diabetes Projec | Unrestricted general fund | $12,500 |
| Chicago Zoological Societ | Unrestricted general fund | $5,000 |
| Community Nutrition Netwo | Unrestricted general fund | $5,000 |
| St Patricks Church | Unrestricted general fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James M Ulman
- Timothy G Carroll
Questions people ask
Does Ida D Sharp Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ida D Sharp Foundation give?
$27,500 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Ida D Sharp Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James M Ulman (Trustee) and Timothy G Carroll (Trustee).