Pais Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Pais Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmette, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $177,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$177,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $210,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $110,000 | 5 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $210,000 | 6 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $177,500 | 5 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Pais Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Pais Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 3 | $102,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $50,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blessed Sacrament Youth Center | Youth programs | $50,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | Global relief | $50,000 |
| Precious Blood Ministry | Programs for formerly incarcerated persons | $50,000 |
| Worldvision | Global relief | $25,000 |
| Inspiration Corp | Food service training programs | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen K Fox
- William E Fox
- William Hielscher
- David J Fox
Questions people ask
Does Pais Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pais Foundation Inc give?
$177,500 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Pais Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Ellen K Fox (Director), William E Fox (Director), William Hielscher (Director) and David J Fox (President).
What does Pais Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and international.