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Arkes Family Foundation is a private corporation based in CHICAGO, IL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2013. The principal officer is Michael A Arkes. It holds total assets of $7.7M. Annual income is reported at $1.9M. Total assets have decreased from $10.2M in 2013 to $7.7M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Illinois and New York. According to available records, Arkes Family Foundation has made 204 grants totaling $392K, with a median grant of $500. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $20K, with an average award of $2K. The foundation has supported 102 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Illinois, New York, Wisconsin, which account for 76% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 15 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
N/A
Median Grant
$500
Average Grant
$8K
Largest Grant
$632K
Based on 118 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Arkes Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 204 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in IL, NY, WI.
Arkes Family Foundation has distributed a total of $392K across 204 grants. The median grant size is $500, with an average of $2K. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $20K.
Arkes Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Arkes Family Foundation is headquartered in CHICAGO, IL. While based in IL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 15 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Arkes | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Helen Arkes | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| John Eramo | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$7.7M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$7.7M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
204
Total Giving
$392K
Average Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$500
Unique Recipients
102
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enchanted BackpackEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2022 |
| Helping Hand IncentivesEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $20K | 2022 |
| Anshe Emet SynagogueEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $17K | 2022 |
| Teach For America IncEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | New York, NY | $15K | 2022 |
| Beloit CollegeEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Beliot, WI | $11K | 2022 |
| A Better ChicagoEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2022 |
| HighsightEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2022 |
| Digestive Health FoundationEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $8K | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood Of IllinoisEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $6K | 2022 |
| The ArkEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $6K | 2022 |
| Lakeview PantryEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2022 |
| Vocel Viewing Our Children As Emerging Leaders NfpEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2022 |
| Council For Jewish ElderlyEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2022 |
| Mercado Global IncEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Brooklyn, NY | $4K | 2022 |
| Cara ProgramEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $3K | 2022 |
| Aunt Marthas Health And Wellness IncEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Olympia Fields, IL | $3K | 2022 |
| Shalva IncEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $3K | 2022 |
| United States Fund For UnicefEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | New York, NY | $3K | 2022 |
| Horace Mann Alumni Enrichment FundEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Valley Village, CA | $3K | 2022 |
| Night MinistryEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $3K | 2022 |
| Amy Krouse Rosenthal FoundationEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $3K | 2022 |
| National Immigrant Justice CenterEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $3K | 2022 |
| High JumpEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $2K | 2022 |
| Chicago Childrens Advocacy CenterEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $2K | 2022 |
| Greater Chicago Food DepositoryEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $2K | 2022 |
| Jewish Women'S Foundation Of Metropolitan ChicagoEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $2K | 2022 |
| Growing Home IncEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Chicago, IL | $2K | 2022 |