PUBLIC SAFETY/DISASTER RELIEF

Grant program by

LAVIN FAMILY FOUNDATION

Education NonprofitsHealth Charities

Last Awarded In

2024

Median Grant

$10,500

Grant Range

$10,000$11,000

States & Territories

DC

Approach by sending a concise, well-targeted letter to the named contact or using the provided program emails, emphasizing alignment with the foundation’s health/education/family priorities and any Chicago/Illinois connection. Highlight organizational capacity, request general operating support or describe readiness for a multi-year pledge if appropriate, and, when possible, secure an introduction from a mutual contact or a recent grantee to strengthen the relationship.

Source: Website — Mar 2026

Application Contact

Carol Bernick

President, President and Treasurer

3124777603
155 N WACKER DR SUITE 1680, CHICAGO, IL 60606

There is no special form. A letter requesting a donation is acceptable.

Program Contact

Liz Huber

Director, Vice President and Secreta

Program Contact

Joe Froelich

Co-Director

Source: Zeffy Agent — Mar 2026, IRS Filing — 2024