Murray and Virginia Vale Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Murray and Virginia Vale Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $110,850 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $110,850 and the largest $110,850. 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$110,850
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$110,850
- Largest grant$110,850
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $78,100 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 | $82,380 | 1 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $78,100 | 1 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $110,850 | 1 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Murray and Virginia Vale 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
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $110,850 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Donee Address List - Available Upon Request | To further the exempt purpose of the recipient | $110,850 |
Officers and trustees
- Julia Dobrow
- Peter Vale
- Lawrence Vale
- Mira Dobrow Vale
- Aaron Dobrow Vale
- Jeremy Evan Dobrow Vale
- Jonathan Lewis Dobrow Vale
Questions people ask
Does Murray and Virginia Vale Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Murray and Virginia Vale Foundation give?
$110,850 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $110,850.
Who runs Murray and Virginia Vale Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Julia Dobrow (Director), Peter Vale (Sec, V.P. & Dir), Lawrence Vale (Pres, Treas Dir) and Mira Dobrow Vale (Vice President) among 7 officers and trustees.