A J & Roslyn Gaines Foundation
Preselected recipients only
A J & Roslyn Gaines Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $29,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $6,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$29,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$922,332
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was down from $32,000 the year before.
10% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $28,500 | 10 | $785,745 |
| 2024 | $32,000 | 10 | $837,206 |
| 2025 | $29,000 | 10 | $922,332 |
How to apply
A J & Roslyn Gaines 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 A J & Roslyn Gaines Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 9 | $26,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Food for Lane County | General support | $6,000 |
| Northwest Regional Esd | General support | $5,000 |
| Eugene Masonic Cemetary | General support | $4,000 |
| Cascade Raptor Care Center | General support | $3,000 |
| University of California San Franciso | General support | $3,000 |
| United Way of Lane County | General support | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General support | $2,000 |
| Hope and Safety Alliance | General support | $2,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General support | $1,000 |
| Looking Glass Youth & Family Services | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Spector
- Miriam Sincere
- Northern Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does A J & Roslyn Gaines Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does A J & Roslyn Gaines Foundation give?
$29,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs A J & Roslyn Gaines Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Spector (Co-Trustee), Miriam Sincere (Co-Trustee) and Northern Trust Company (Co-Trustee).
What does A J & Roslyn Gaines Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.