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Charles W & Patricia S Bidwill Foundation is a private corporation based in CHICAGO, IL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2001. The principal officer is Patricia M Bidwill. It holds total assets of $18.6M. Annual income is reported at $29.8M. Total assets have grown from $2.4M in 2011 to $18.6M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 5 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 2016 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Illinois and California. According to available records, Charles W & Patricia S Bidwill Foundation has made 44 grants totaling $1M, with a median grant of $18K. Annual giving has grown from $280K in 2022 to $761K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $100K, with an average award of $24K. The foundation has supported 28 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Illinois, California, Arizona, which account for 86% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$12K
Largest Grant
$33K
Based on 15 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.
Charles W & Patricia S Bidwill Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 44 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in IL, CA, AZ.
Charles W & Patricia S Bidwill Foundation has distributed a total of $1M across 44 grants. The median grant size is $18K, with an average of $24K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $100K.
Charles W & Patricia S Bidwill Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Charles W & Patricia S Bidwill Foundation is headquartered in CHICAGO, IL. While based in IL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 8 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patricia M Bidwill | DIRECTOR/PRESIDENT | $40K | $0 | $40K |
| Brian R Bidwill | DIRECTOR/VICE-PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Shauna B Valenzuela | DIRECTOR/SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Charles W Bidwill Jr | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Amelia B Valenzuela | DIRECTOR/TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$18.6M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$18.6M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
44
Total Giving
$1M
Average Grant
$24K
Median Grant
$18K
Unique Recipients
28
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| MomentumPROGRAMS DEDICATED TO ADVANCING THE INDEPENDENCE, PRODUCTIVITY AND FULL CITIZENSHIP OF CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES AND MEDICAL CONDITIONS. | Woodland Hills, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Big ShouldersPROVIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO CATHOLIC SCHOOLS IN THE NEEDIEST AREAS OF INNER-CITY CHICAGO. | Chicago, IL | $100K | 2023 |
| Mychals Learning PlaceCENTER FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES | Hawthorne, CA | $70K | 2023 |
| Midtown Education FoundationPROVIDES EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES TO LESS ADVANTAGED YOUTH, (4TH GRADE THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL)IN THE CHICAGOLAND AREA. | Chicago, IL | $65K | 2023 |
| Rosie'S HouseORGANIZATION WHOSE PROGRAMS ARE AN OUTREACH TO DISADVANTAGED CHILDREN | Phoenix, AZ | $60K | 2023 |
| Bandwith Music LtdPROVIDE PERFORMING ARTS INSTRUCTION TO UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES | Chicago, IL | $60K | 2023 |
| St Ignatius College PrepJESUIT HIGH SCHOOL IN CHICAGO, TUITION ASSISTANCE FOR THOSE IN NEED | Chicago, IL | $50K | 2023 |
| Cristo Rey St MartinOFFERS CATHOLIC COLLEGE PREPARATORY EDUCATION FOR ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED STUDENTS IN THE NORTH CHICAGO AND WAUKEGAN AREA. | Waukegan, IL | $50K | 2023 |
| Arrupe College Of LoyolaPROMOTES HIGHER EDUCATION | Chicago, IL | $30K | 2023 |
| Chicago Jesuit AcademyCATHOLIC EDUCATION OF MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Leo High SchoolPROVIDES TUITION ASSISTANCE TO THOSE IN NEED. | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Christ The King Jesuit College PrepTO PROVIDE A QUALITY CATHOLIC EDUCATION TO CHICAGO'S WEST SIDE | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Providence St Mel SchoolCATHOLIC EDUCATION OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Sister Thea Bowman FoundationTO PROVIDE DISADVANTAGED BLACK HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH SCHOLARSHIPS TO COMPETITIVE COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOLS. | Hermantown, MN | $25K | 2023 |
| Thrive ScholarsPROVIDE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES TO STUDENTS OF COLOR FROM UNDER-RESOURCED COMMUNITIES. | Boston, MA | $25K | 2023 |
| Institute For International EducationPROMOTE EDUCTION & PREPARES STUDENTS FOR THE GLOBAL WORKFORCE | Chicago, IL | $20K | 2023 |
| Fiver Children'S FoundationYOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR UNDERPRIVILEGED IN NEW YORK AREA | New York, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| Challenged Athletes FoundationTO PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES AND SUPPORT TO PEOPLE WITH PHYSICAL CHALLENGES SO THEY CAN PURSUE ACTIVE LIFESTYLES THROUGH PHYSICAL FITNESS AND COMPETITIVE ATHLETICS | San Diego, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| St Catherine Of Siena St Lucy ParishTO PROVIDE CATHOLIC EDUCATION | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Golden Heart RanchPROVIDES OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG ADULTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES | Hermosa Beach, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| St Patrick High SchoolEDUCATION OF HIGH SCHOOL BOYS (CATHOLIC) | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Lumen Christian InstituteTO PROVIDE CATHOLIC HIGHER EDUCATION | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| National Center For Children And FamiliesSUPPORTS VULNERABE FAMILIES IN THE DC METRO AREA | Bethesda, MD | $1K | 2023 |
| Pediatric Therapy NetworkSERVES CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS. NOT FOR PROFIT CHILDRENS THERAPY CENTER. | Torrance, CA | $30K | 2022 |
| Sister Thea Bowman Black Catholic Education FoundationPROVIDE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR CATHOLIC HIGHER EDUCATION FOR UNDERSERVED AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENTS. | Pittsburgh, PA | $15K | 2022 |
| Ies AbroadTO EDUCATE DISADVANTAGED STUDENTS THROUGH STUDY ABROAD AND INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS. | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2022 |
| Loyola University Arrupe CollegeTO PROVIDE COLLEGE EDUCATION TO THOSE STUDENTS WHO QUALIFY BUT CANNOT AFFORD TO PAY FOR COLLEGE. | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2022 |
| Ranchin' VetsASSIST VETERANS REINTEGRATE FROM MILITARY TO CIVILIAN LIFE THROUGH PROGRAMS IN RANCHING AND AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRY | San Rafael, CA | $2K | 2022 |