Pajeau Children's Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pajeau Children's Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $51,600 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $2,064 and the largest $3,096. 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$51,600
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$2,064
- Largest grant$3,096
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $48,000 the year before.
39% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $42,999 | 21 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $48,000 | 21 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $51,600 | 26 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Pajeau Children's 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 Pajeau Children's Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 22 | $43,860 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,580 |
| Utah | 1 | $2,064 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,548 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,548 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National-Louis University | Literacy work in the | $3,096 |
| Lawrence Hall Youth Services | General support | $2,580 |
| Casa Central Social Services | After school programs for | $2,580 |
| Ignite | Residential program for | $2,580 |
| North Side Housing and Supportive Services Inc | Permanent housing program | $2,580 |
| San Miguel Febres Cordero School | Support of the middle | $2,580 |
| Oak-Layden Center Inc | Children's program | $2,580 |
| Marillac St Vincent Family Services Inc | To support child | $2,064 |
| Brightpoint | General support | $2,064 |
| The Harbour | General support | $2,064 |
| Northern Illinois Food Bank | Child nutrition programs | $2,064 |
| Illinois Science and Technology Institut | Provide mentoring match | $2,064 |
| Boys Hope Girls Hope DBA Hope Ignites Chicago | Provide year-round academic | $2,064 |
| Haven Youth and Family Services Inc | General support | $2,064 |
| Glenwood Academy | General support | $1,548 |
| Winston Campus Elementary PTA | General support | $1,548 |
| Wings Program | General support | $1,548 |
| Kohl Children's Museum of Greater Chicago | General support | $1,548 |
| Esperanza Community Services | General support | $1,548 |
| Infant Welfare Society of Chicago | Pediatric and adolescent | $1,548 |
| Bernies Book Bank | General support | $1,548 |
| Maryville Academy Foundation | Pediatrict primary care for | $1,548 |
| Reins of Life Inc | General support | $1,548 |
| Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center | General support | $1,548 |
| SLSF | General support | $1,548 |
| Midtown Metro Achievement | General support | $1,548 |
Officers and trustees
- Northern Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Pajeau Children's Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pajeau Children's Foundation give?
$51,600 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $2,064.
Who runs Pajeau Children's Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Northern Trust Company (Trustee).
What does Pajeau Children's Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.