The Bradshaw Boed Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bradshaw Boed Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $550,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $87,500 and the largest $200,000. 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$550,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$87,500
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$11.6 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $300,000 the year before.
83% 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 | $255,000 | 3 | $9.4 million |
| 2024 | $300,000 | 2 | $10.5 million |
| 2025 | $550,000 | 6 | $11.6 million |
How to apply
The Bradshaw Boed 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 The Bradshaw Boed Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 5 | $450,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Peoples Resource Center | General charitable purposes | $200,000 |
| Lawrence University | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Conservation Foundation | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Third Baptist Church of Chicago | General charitable purposes | $75,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | General charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| St Pauls Lutheran Church Wheaton | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Molly Boed
- Sheila Hansen
- Roman Boed
- Charles Boed
- Owen Boed
- Julian Boed
Questions people ask
Does The Bradshaw Boed Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bradshaw Boed Foundation give?
$550,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $87,500.
Who runs The Bradshaw Boed Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Molly Boed (President/Director), Sheila Hansen (Treasurer), Roman Boed (Vice President/Director) and Charles Boed (Vice President/Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Bradshaw Boed Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.