Law-Ware-Shedd-Murphy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Law-Ware-Shedd-Murphy Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $99,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $14,500 and the largest $30,000. 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$99,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$14,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $108,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $101,500 | 8 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $108,000 | 7 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $99,500 | 6 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Law-Ware-Shedd-Murphy 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 | 5 | $99,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| WTTW | General org purposes | $30,000 |
| Latin School of Chicago | General org purposes | $30,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Dep | General purposes | $15,000 |
| Friends of 2nd Pres Church | General purposes | $14,000 |
| The Womans Board of Northwestern Me | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Omena Historical Society | General org purposes | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth S Murphy
- Margaret E Murphy
- Suzanne E Murphy Heath
Questions people ask
Does Law-Ware-Shedd-Murphy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Law-Ware-Shedd-Murphy Foundation give?
$99,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $14,500.
Who runs Law-Ware-Shedd-Murphy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Elizabeth S Murphy (President), Margaret E Murphy (Director) and Suzanne E Murphy Heath (Treasurer).