Adreani Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Adreani Foundation is a private foundation in Park Ridge, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $593,246 in 86 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$593,246
- Number of grants86
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$13.7 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was up from $538,635 the year before.
42% 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 | $460,800 | 77 | $10.1 million |
| 2023 | $538,635 | 77 | $12.9 million |
| 2024 | $593,246 | 86 | $13.7 million |
How to apply
Adreani 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 Adreani Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 69 | $489,500 |
| Wisconsin | 6 | $52,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $11,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $10,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $7,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Malnati Brain Tumor Institute | General use | $25,000 |
| Shirley Ryan Ability Lab | General use | $25,000 |
| St John's Northwestern Military Academy | General use | $25,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | General use | $25,000 |
| Alzheimers Disease Assoc | General use | $15,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General use | $15,000 |
| American Diabetes Assoc | General use | $15,000 |
| American Heart Assoc of Metro Chicago | General use | $15,000 |
| American Lung Association | General use | $15,000 |
| American Red Cross | General use | $15,000 |
| Avenues to Independence | General use | $15,000 |
| Evans Scholars | General use | $15,000 |
| Marquette Foundation | General use | $12,500 |
| Chicago Lighthouse for the Blind | General use | $10,000 |
| Goodwill Industries | General use | $10,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | General use | $10,000 |
| Hadley Institute | General use | $10,000 |
| Lambs Farm | General use | $10,000 |
| Les Turner ALS Foundation | General use | $10,000 |
| Lurie Children's Hospital | General use | $10,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Foundation | General use | $10,000 |
| North Suburban YMCA | General use | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army | General use | $10,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals | General use | $10,000 |
| St Patrick High School | General use | $10,000 |
| The Center of Concern | General use | $10,000 |
| Water Safety Patrol-Lake Geneva | General use | $10,000 |
| Arthritis Foundation | General use | $7,500 |
| Big Brothers-Big Sisters | General use | $7,500 |
| Boys Town | General use | $7,500 |
| Clearbrook Center | General use | $7,500 |
| Maine Township Food Pantry | General use | $7,500 |
| Make A Wish Foundation of Illinois | General use | $7,500 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | General use | $7,500 |
| Niles Food Pantry | General use | $7,500 |
| Niles Township Food Pantry Foundation | General use | $7,500 |
| 4 Paws for Ability | General use | $5,000 |
| Cancer Wellness Center | General use | $5,000 |
| Chicago Botanic Gardens | General use | $5,000 |
| Disabled American Veterans | General use | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce J Adreani
- Susan J Smith
Questions people ask
Does Adreani Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Adreani Foundation give?
$593,246 in tax year 2024, across 86 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Adreani Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bruce J Adreani (President) and Susan J Smith (Treasurer).
What does Adreani Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and food and hunger.