The Witz Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Witz Family Foundation is a private foundation in Oak Brook, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $158,313 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$158,313
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$5.2 million
- New grantees48%
Giving in 2025 was down from $172,260 the year before.
48% 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 | $150,638 | 27 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $172,260 | 28 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $158,313 | 29 | $5.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Witz Family Foundation 815 Commerce Drive Suite 110, Oak Brook, IL 60523 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (847) 677-1600 |
| What to submit | Letter from soliciting organization is sufficient |
What The Witz Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 19 | $114,813 |
| Utah | 1 | $15,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $7,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $4,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Swedish Covenant Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| The Well Resource Center NFP | Charitable | $21,000 |
| Bernie's Book Bank | Charitable | $20,000 |
| United States Ski Team Foundation | Charitable | $15,000 |
| American Heart Association Inc | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Orchard Village | Charitable | $7,000 |
| HCS Family Services | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Lorenzo's house | Charitable | $5,080 |
| Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Serbian American Medical Association SAMA INC | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Hinsdale Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Marine Raider Foundation | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Robert A Reaumond Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| JDRF International | Charitable | $2,500 |
| The Chicago Academy of Sciences | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Misericordia Home | Charitable | $2,500 |
| United Community Concerns Association | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Little Hereoes League | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Green Halo Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| brooks strong foundation | Charitable | $1,700 |
| Love Enough 4 U Foundation | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Friends of the Chicago River | Charitable | $1,033 |
| Philip J Rock Center & School Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| American Cancer Association | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Pat Mac's Pack Inc | Charitable | $1,000 |
| AXYS Association for X and Y Chromosome Variations | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Chicagoland Electric Association Education Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Witz
- Steven Witz
- Monique Ruiz
Questions people ask
Does The Witz Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Witz Family Foundation give?
$158,313 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Witz Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Witz (President), Steven Witz (Secretary) and Monique Ruiz (Treasurer).
What does The Witz Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, human services and environment and conservation.