The Evans Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Evans Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $563,455 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 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$563,455
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $450,000 the year before.
38% 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 | $557,000 | 9 | $6.2 million |
| 2024 | $450,000 | 7 | $6.4 million |
| 2025 | $563,455 | 8 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
The Evans Family 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $563,455 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University | To further charity's purpose | $200,000 |
| Ernestine's Daughter | To further charity's purpose | $63,455 |
| Edovo Foundation | To further charity's purpose | $50,000 |
| Foster Progress | To further charity's purpose | $50,000 |
| Gyrls in the Hood Foundation | To further charity's purpose | $50,000 |
| Healing to Action | To further charity's purpose | $50,000 |
| Goodkids Madcity Englewood | To further charity's purpose | $50,000 |
| Project Oneten | To further charity's purpose | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christine Evans
- Michael Evans
- Ryan Kendall Pierce
Questions people ask
Does The Evans Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Evans Family Foundation give?
$563,455 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Evans Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christine Evans (President), Michael Evans (Treasurer) and Ryan Kendall Pierce (Secretary).