In Search of a Cure
Provision of funding to various organization exempt under section 501(c)(3) primarily to organizations active in the treatment of,and finding a cure for, autism and to provide financial support for families who have children in need.
In Search of a Cure at a glance
In short: In Search of a Cure gave $42K across 2 grants in 2025 (avg $21K), mostly in Illinois. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $41,828
- Grants made (2025)
- 2
- Average grant
- $20,914
- Median grant
- $20,914
- Total assets
- $141,499
- +21.1% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Illinois (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who In Search of a Cure funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Easter Seals ($32K). Together the top 2 received $42K.
Grant Size Distribution
10 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 8 grants of 10 (80%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
Cities
How In Search of a Cure gives
- Giving fell 86% from 2022 to 2025. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $42K (2025) to $388K (2020). In 2025 it made 2 grants totaling $42K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Easter Seals Chicago, IL | General Use | $31,828 |
| For Autistic Kids Foundation Glenview, IL | General Use | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $141,499 | $120,155 | $96,226 | $41,828 | 2 |
| 2024 | $116,857 | $860 | $72,504 | — | — |
| 2023 | $188,423 | $3,325 | $63,517 | — | — |
| 2022 | $248,092 | $450,506 | $339,889 | $296,696 | 4 |
| 2021 | $137,475 | $392,477 | $369,910 | $305,245 | 4 |
| 2020 | $114,908 | $394,065 | $429,559 | $387,673 | 6 |
About In Search of a Cure
Based on IRS filings
In Search of a Cure is a public charity focused on Diseases, Disorders & Medical Disciplines, based in Orland Park, IL. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $141K in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 2 grants totaling $42K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
In Search of a Cure is led by Terrence J. Hancock, President on every filing since 2020; 1 of 3 officers listed in 2025 is compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Terrence J. Hancock
President
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Roberta Lester
Secretary Tr
Secretary Treasurer → Secretary Treasurer & Director, 2022
Secretary Treasurer & Director → Secretary Tr, 2024
On filings since 2020
6 hrs/week
$15K (2020) → $20K (2025)
Walter Theide
Vice President
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $20K, to Roberta Lester (Secretary Tr).
Frequently asked questions about In Search of a Cure
How much does In Search of a Cure give each year?
In Search of a Cure gave $42K across 2 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
How large is In Search of a Cure?
In Search of a Cure reported $141K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $120K.
What is In Search of a Cure?
In Search of a Cure is a public charity focused on Diseases, Disorders & Medical Disciplines, based in Orland Park, IL. It holds $141K in total assets as of 2025.
Where does In Search of a Cure operate?
In Search of a Cure has awarded grants in Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan.
What is In Search of a Cure's EIN?
In Search of a Cure's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-2544021. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 12, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 9, 2023)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS June 30, 2026)
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