Thakkar Family Nonprofit

Spreading light, knowledge & happiness.

Parilux Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) family foundation in Palatine, Illinois — making grants to public charities, non-profit religious organizations, and education scholarships that enrich humanity and empower families.

501(c)(3) Every gift is tax-deductible and goes directly to the cause.
Three generations of a family together
Strengthening families across generations
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Focus areas of giving
501(c)(3)
Registered non-profit
100%
Mission-directed grants
Lives we hope to touch
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Who we are

A family's generosity, multiplied through community.

Our Mission

We invest in ideas, people, efforts, and institutions working strategically to enrich humanity by strengthening and empowering children and families.

Our Vision

A private family foundation inspired by the vision and generosity of our founders to foster and embody a more just, creative, and flourishing world.

How we give

Four ways we create impact.

From the board's grantmaking to scholarships for promising students, every dollar advances our mission to support family values.

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Public Charities

The Foundation makes donations to public charities the board finds advance its mission to support family values.

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Non-profit Organizations

We work with many non-profits through cooperation — combining resources, donating, and shared fundraising.

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Education Scholarships

We believe an educated mind leads to critical thinking that improves lifestyle and helps individuals make better decisions.

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Community Outreach & Support

We give back through food drives, holiday cheer, school-supply donations, and other grassroots efforts that meet families where they are.

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Our community

The people we serve.

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Get in touch

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Palatine, IllinoisHeadquarters of the Parilux Foundation
(708) 824-7374Call us to donate or get involved
foundation@parilux.orgReach the foundation directly
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