Research Council
Preselected recipients only
Research Council is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $52,800 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $52,800 and the largest $52,800. 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$52,800
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$52,800
- Largest grant$52,800
- Assets$0
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $30,000 | 1 | $0 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2025 | $52,800 | 1 | $0 |
How to apply
Research Council 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 Research Council funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $52,800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Cincinnati | Research slip coefficients | $52,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Shaw
- Gian Andrea Rassati
- Sahil Prabhudesai
- Toby Anderson
- Salim Brahimi
- Jason Chadee
- Carly McGee
- Ronnie Medlock
- Dan Wrobleski
Questions people ask
Does Research Council accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Research Council give?
$52,800 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $52,800.
Who runs Research Council?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Shaw (Chair), Gian Andrea Rassati (Vice-Chair), Sahil Prabhudesai (Sec/Treas) and Toby Anderson (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Research Council fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and science and research.