Abby and John Friend Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Abby and John Friend Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $26,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $13,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$26,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$13,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$669,369
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $26,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $26,000 | 2 | $607,033 |
| 2024 | $26,000 | 2 | $669,369 |
How to apply
Abby and John Friend 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 Abby and John Friend Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $26,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Robert H Lurie Cancer Ctr | Medical research | $25,000 |
| Gollob Cancer Foundation | Medical research | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bill Friend
- Pam Friend Szokol
Questions people ask
Does Abby and John Friend Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Abby and John Friend Foundation give?
$26,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $13,000.
Who runs Abby and John Friend Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bill Friend (Director) and Pam Friend Szokol (Director).
What does Abby and John Friend Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and science and research.