Gery and Sunny Chico Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gery and Sunny Chico Family Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $66,694 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $12,224. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$66,694
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$12,224
- Assets$0
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $56,570 the year before.
57% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $42,797 | 34 | $0 |
| 2023 | $56,570 | 35 | $0 |
| 2024 | $66,694 | 37 | $0 |
How to apply
Gery and Sunny Chico Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Gery and Sunny Chico Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 6 | $30,444 |
| Illinois | 27 | $28,250 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $7,000 |
| New York | 2 | $500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foothills Food Bank | General fund | $12,224 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Scottsdale | General fund | $9,000 |
| Vitalant Foundation | General fund | $7,000 |
| Mirabel Charitable Giving Inc | Scholarship fund | $5,800 |
| Back of the Yards Neighborhood Coun | General fund | $5,000 |
| Humboldt Park Health Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Brightpoint | General fund | $4,000 |
| Old St Mary's Church | General fund | $2,000 |
| Arizona Community Foundation | Scholarship fund | $2,000 |
| Desert Foothills Library | General fund | $1,320 |
| Wesley Child Care Center | General fund | $1,200 |
| Teach Who Christ Ischicago Archdioc | General fund | $1,000 |
| De Paul University | General fund | $1,000 |
| Farmworker Landscaping Advocacy | General fund | $1,000 |
| Wttwwfmu | General fund | $1,000 |
| Susanrobert Wislow Charitable Found | Philanthropy | $1,000 |
| Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundati | Research | $700 |
| Foundation 65 | General fund | $500 |
| Center of Hope Haiti Inc | General fund | $500 |
| JCFS Chicago | General fund | $500 |
| St Laurence High School | Cheerleading/madrid trip | $500 |
| NPH USA | Friends of the orphans | $500 |
| Puerto Rican Arts Alliance | Carlos tortolero celebration | $500 |
| University Club Foundation | General fund | $500 |
| Loyola School of Law | General fund | $500 |
| Cradles to Crayons | General fund | $250 |
| International Rescue Committee | General fund | $250 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General fund | $250 |
| Sones de Mexico Ensemble | General fund | $250 |
| Leukemia Lymphoma Society | General fund | $250 |
| Once Upon Our Time Capsule | General fund | $250 |
| Friends of Desmond Yancy | General fund | $250 |
| Bautista Memorial Scholarship | General fund | $200 |
| Beyond the Baby Blues | General fund | $150 |
| Kohl Children's Museum | General fund | $150 |
| Espacio Vital Community Assistance | "charitable per lorenzo" | $100 |
| Team CHD Illinois | Team arya strong | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Gery Chico
- Sunny Chico
Questions people ask
Does Gery and Sunny Chico Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gery and Sunny Chico Family Foundation give?
$66,694 in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Gery and Sunny Chico Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gery Chico (Director) and Sunny Chico (Director).
What does Gery and Sunny Chico Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and community development.