The Shadek Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Shadek Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.6 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $340,000 and the largest $840,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$340,000
- Largest grant$840,000
- Assets$28.2 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $987,232 the year before.
25% 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 | $960,002 | 4 | $23.2 million |
| 2024 | $987,232 | 3 | $25.7 million |
| 2025 | $1.6 million | 4 | $28.2 million |
How to apply
The Shadek 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
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $1.1 million |
| New York | 1 | $400,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Philanthropic Trust | General | $840,000 |
| Columbia University | General | $400,000 |
| Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program | General | $280,000 |
| Stevens Institute of Technology | General | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jpmorgan Trust Company of Delaware
- Laurence A Shadek
- Thomas F Shadek
- James M Shadek
- Katherine S Boyle
Questions people ask
Does The Shadek Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shadek Family Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $340,000.
Who runs The Shadek Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jpmorgan Trust Company of Delaware (Trustee), Laurence A Shadek (Co-Trustee), Thomas F Shadek (Co-Trustee) and James M Shadek (Co-Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.