Anna May Babe Ahern Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Anna May Babe Ahern Foundation is a private foundation in Palos Heights, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $172,803 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$172,803
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $151,800 the year before.
36% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $155,000 | 8 | $6.6 million |
| 2024 | $151,800 | 10 | $7.0 million |
| 2025 | $172,803 | 11 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
Anna May Babe Ahern 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 Anna May Babe Ahern Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 11 | $172,803 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ucp Seguin of Greater Chicago | Contribution | $30,000 |
| Chicago Southwest Suburban Community Parish & Community Center | Contribution | $25,000 |
| Elms University Center | Contribution | $17,803 |
| My Joyful Heart NFP | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Port Ministries | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Crisis Center for South Suburbia | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Christmas Without Cancer | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Second Story Foundation | Contribution | $15,000 |
| South Suburban Pads | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Oasis for the Visually Impaired | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Pads to Hope Inc Journeys the Road Home | Contribution | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas J Scannell
- Daniel W Witous
- James G Witous
- Aurelio Merenda
Questions people ask
Does Anna May Babe Ahern Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Anna May Babe Ahern Foundation give?
$172,803 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Anna May Babe Ahern Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas J Scannell (Second VP), Daniel W Witous (President), James G Witous (Sec. / Treas) and Aurelio Merenda (First VP).
What does Anna May Babe Ahern Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.