Tara Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tara Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $52,975 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $1,230 and the largest $15,000. 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$52,975
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$1,230
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$5,521
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $119,272 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 | $80,250 | 20 | $161,871 |
| 2024 | $119,272 | 36 | $10,245 |
| 2025 | $52,975 | 29 | $5,521 |
How to apply
Tara 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 Tara Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 15 | $41,450 |
| Illinois | 14 | $11,525 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hollings Cancer Center | Operating Funds | $15,000 |
| LowCountry Marine Mammal Network | Operating Funds | $3,000 |
| Sea Island Hunger Awareness Foundation | Operating Funds | $2,800 |
| Meet the Weeds Charleston | Operating Funds | $2,500 |
| Backpack Buddies Seabrook Island | Operating Funds | $2,000 |
| Sea Island Habitat for Humanity | Operating Funds | $2,000 |
| Third Serve Foundation | Operating Funds | $2,000 |
| Dragon Boat Charleston | Operating Funds | $1,900 |
| LowCountry Marine Mammal Network | Operating Funds | $1,850 |
| Charleston Animal Society | Operating Funds | $1,750 |
| Arts Etc | Operating Funds | $1,700 |
| Respite Care Charleston | Operating Funds | $1,500 |
| John H Herbert Scholarship Fund - Elmhurst University | Operating Funds | $1,250 |
| Respite Care Charleston | Operating Funds | $1,250 |
| Naperville Newcomers and Neighbors Club | Operating Funds | $1,230 |
| Fry Family YMCA | Operating Funds | $1,200 |
| Wheaton-Naperville Infant Welfare Society | Operating Funds | $1,110 |
| Kiawah Women's Foundation | Operating Funds | $1,100 |
| OLM Community Outreach | Operating Funds | $1,100 |
| Loaves & Fishes | Operating Funds | $1,010 |
| Dupage Habitat For Humanity | Operating Funds | $810 |
| Career & Networking Center | Operating Funds | $750 |
| Wheaton-Naperville Infant Welfare Society | Operating Funds | $720 |
| Spay Illinois Pet Well Clinic - Paws For a Cause Vet Care | Operating Funds | $710 |
| Alive Center | Operating Funds | $675 |
| Dupage Habitat For Humanity | Operating Funds | $660 |
| Naperville Neighbors United | Operating Funds | $600 |
| Naperville Woman's Club | Operating Funds | $590 |
| Hesod House | Operating Funds | $210 |
Officers and trustees
- Loren G Beadle
- Amy J Beadle
- Nathan E Beadle
Questions people ask
Does Tara Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tara Foundation give?
$52,975 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $1,230.
Who runs Tara Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Loren G Beadle (President/Director), Amy J Beadle (Secretary/Treasurer/Direct) and Nathan E Beadle (Director).
What does Tara Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and housing and homelessness.