Young Womens Christian Assoc Lake F
Preselected recipients only
Young Womens Christian Assoc Lake F is a private foundation in Lake Bluff, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $58,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $6,500. 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$58,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$6,500
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,000 the year before.
14% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $40,000 | 17 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 15 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $58,000 | 14 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Young Womens Christian Assoc Lake F 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 Young Womens Christian Assoc Lake F funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 12 | $52,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lake County Haven | Transitional shelter & housing | $6,500 |
| Mothers Trust Foundation | Foundation service program | $6,000 |
| A Safe Place Lake County Crisis Ce | Betty toser counseling groups | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Lake County | Afterschool programing 2025-2026 | $5,000 |
| Kids Above All | Doula program | $5,000 |
| Croya | Croya retreat, work trip, work stay | $5,000 |
| LFFB Senior Center | Senior advocate program | $5,000 |
| Lake Forest Open Lands | Ccl program | $4,000 |
| Gorton Community Center | Children's learning ctr teacher sup | $3,000 |
| Youthbuild Lake County | Youthbuild | $3,000 |
| Tulane University | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Boston College | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| YWCA Metropolitan Chicago | Area of greatest need | $2,500 |
| Noah's Rest Inc | General operations | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Katherine Pavlik
- Debbie Silver
- Genevieve Raymond
- Carolyn Hutchinson
Questions people ask
Does Young Womens Christian Assoc Lake F accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Young Womens Christian Assoc Lake F give?
$58,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs Young Womens Christian Assoc Lake F?
Its 2025 filing lists Katherine Pavlik (Treasurer), Debbie Silver (President), Genevieve Raymond (Secretary) and Carolyn Hutchinson (Vice Preside).
What does Young Womens Christian Assoc Lake F fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.