WJA EdFund
WJA EdFund is a private foundation focused on Education, based in Chicago, IL. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2023. As of 2023, the organization holds $255 in total assets. In 2023, it awarded 3 grants totaling $13K.
WJA EdFund at a glance
In short: WJA EdFund gave $13K across 3 grants in 2023 (avg $4K), mostly in Illinois. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $12,500
- +42.7% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 3
- +0.0% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $4,167
- +42.7% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $4,500
- Total assets
- $255
- -97.4% vs 2022
- Primary geography
- Illinois (100% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated September 2026.
Who WJA EdFund funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Cameron Elementary School ($5K). Together the top 2 received $10K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($3,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
6 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 6 grants of 6 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 3 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $9K (2022) to $13K (2023). In 2023 it made 3 grants totaling $13K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cameron Elementary School Chicago, IL | Educational activities and supplies | $5,000 |
| Foreman High School Chicago, IL | Purchase of musical instruments for band class | $4,500 |
| 1 grant to individuals Recipients not named | — | $3,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $255 | $12,755 | $12,500 | $12,500 | 3 | $12,500 |
| 2022 | $9,777 | $7,097 | $9,122 | $8,757 | 3 | $17,514 |
| 2021 | $2,300 | $2,300 | — | — | — | — |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
WJA EdFund is led by Jennifer Shankie, President on every filing since 2021; none of the 5 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Jennifer Shankie
President
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Andrea Celerio
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Judith Athey
Vice President
On filings since 2021
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Max Stein
Board Member
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Stephanie Sellers
Secretary
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2023. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about WJA EdFund
How much does WJA EdFund give each year?
WJA EdFund gave $13K across 3 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2022 it gave $9K across 3 grants.
What is WJA EdFund's typical grant size?
WJA EdFund's median grant in 2023 was $4,500, and its average grant was $4,167, across 3 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does WJA EdFund give grants?
WJA EdFund gives mostly in Illinois: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Chicago, IL (2 grants).
Does WJA EdFund give general operating support?
Not in 2023: none of the 3 grants with a stated purpose on WJA EdFund's 2023 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
How large is WJA EdFund?
WJA EdFund reported $255 in total assets on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $13K.
What is WJA EdFund?
WJA EdFund is a private foundation focused on Education, based in Chicago, IL. It holds $255 in total assets as of 2023.
What is WJA EdFund's EIN?
WJA EdFund's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-1631488. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2023.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2023
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