The Goldblatt Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Goldblatt Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $79,650 in 45 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$79,650
- Number of grants45
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$266,191
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $139,260 the year before.
20% 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 | $147,400 | 54 | $244,551 |
| 2024 | $139,260 | 48 | $218,930 |
| 2025 | $79,650 | 45 | $266,191 |
How to apply
| Contact | Stanford Goldblatt 57 E Bellevue Place, Chicago, IL 60611 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (312) 636-5336 |
What The Goldblatt Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 24 | $52,050 |
| District of Columbia | 9 | $8,750 |
| Michigan | 5 | $6,350 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
| Idaho | 1 | $250 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uc Breakthrough Board | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $10,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $6,000 |
| Environmental Law & Policy Center | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $5,000 |
| Michiana Humane Society & SPCA | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $5,000 |
| Roque Island Community | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $5,000 |
| Chicago Symphony | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $3,500 |
| Lyric Opera of Chicago | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $3,500 |
| Harris Theatre | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $3,000 |
| ASPCA | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $2,500 |
| Anti-Cruelty Society | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $2,500 |
| Chikaming Open Lands | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $2,500 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $2,500 |
| Humane World for Animals | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $2,500 |
| Neighbor by Neighbor | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $2,500 |
| World Wildlife Foundation | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $2,500 |
| Field Museum | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $2,000 |
| WFMT | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $2,000 |
| WTTW Channel 11 | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $2,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $1,000 |
| Chicago Shakespeare Theatre | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $1,000 |
| Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $1,000 |
| High Jump | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $1,000 |
| Intonation | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $1,000 |
| Lincoln Park Zoo | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $1,000 |
| Shedd Aquarium | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $1,000 |
| Wbez | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $1,000 |
| Williams College | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $1,000 |
| Bat Conservation International | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $500 |
| Common Ground Foundation | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $500 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $500 |
| National Audubon Society | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $500 |
| Nature Conservancy | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $500 |
| Polar Bears International | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $500 |
| University of Chicago Library Society | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $300 |
| Bridge Michigan | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $250 |
| Cancer Research Foundation | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $250 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $250 |
| International Crane Foundation | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $250 |
| National Wildlife Foundation | Promote org's activity by gifts to gen'l rev fund. | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Stanford J Goldblatt
- Ann Dudley Goldblatt
- Nathaniel Goldblatt
- Alexandria Nikitas
- Jeremy Goldblatt
Questions people ask
Does The Goldblatt Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Goldblatt Family Foundation give?
$79,650 in tax year 2025, across 45 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Goldblatt Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stanford J Goldblatt (President), Ann Dudley Goldblatt (Vice-President), Nathaniel Goldblatt (Vice-President) and Alexandria Nikitas (Secretary and Vice-President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Goldblatt Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, animals and environment and conservation.