Arthur J Gallagher Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Arthur J Gallagher Foundation is a private foundation in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.6 million in 2,692 grants; the typical grant was $250 and the largest $100,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants2,692
- Typical grant$250
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
63% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.4 million | 2,374 | $7.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 2,692 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
Arthur J Gallagher 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 Arthur J Gallagher Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 49 states, the most to Illinois. It also paid $81,403 in 243 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 338 | $385,861 |
| California | 230 | $110,606 |
| New York | 182 | $105,724 |
| District of Columbia | 54 | $88,985 |
| Texas | 139 | $82,427 |
| Louisiana | 79 | $55,253 |
| Florida | 111 | $50,072 |
| Massachusetts | 93 | $44,070 |
| Tennessee | 40 | $41,608 |
| Pennsylvania | 115 | $39,251 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Education Scholarship | General exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| St Agnes of Bohemia School | General exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| American National Red Cross | General exempt purpose | $67,349 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital Inc | General exempt purpose | $19,981 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General exempt purpose | $15,161 |
| American Heart Association Inc | General exempt purpose | $14,443 |
| St Baldricks Foundation Inc | General exempt purpose | $12,090 |
| Special Olympics Australia | General exempt purpose | $9,268 |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints | General exempt purpose | $8,995 |
| Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York Inc | General exempt purpose | $6,861 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Inc | General exempt purpose | $6,686 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | General exempt purpose | $6,469 |
| Samaritans Purse | General exempt purpose | $6,257 |
| Feeding America | General exempt purpose | $6,164 |
| Pan-Massachusetts Challenge Inc | General exempt purpose | $5,827 |
| Baton Rouge Child Advocacy Center | General exempt purpose | $5,779 |
| United Way of Central Minnesota | General exempt purpose | $5,385 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention | General exempt purpose | $5,011 |
| Ambrose Academy Association | General exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Clearbrook | General exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Les Turner ALS Foundation | General exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity International Inc | General exempt purpose | $4,672 |
| Volunteers of America Inc | General exempt purpose | $4,540 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities Inc | General exempt purpose | $4,465 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of Georgia Inc | General exempt purpose | $4,235 |
| Alzheimers Disease and Related Disorders Association Inc | General exempt purpose | $4,001 |
| Foundation for Blind Children | General exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| The Edge Free Methodist Church | General exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| Compassion International Incorporated | General exempt purpose | $3,730 |
| World Vision | General exempt purpose | $3,421 |
| The Salvation Army | General exempt purpose | $3,315 |
| Cru Global Inc | General exempt purpose | $3,300 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | General exempt purpose | $3,124 |
| Fellowship Housing Corporation | General exempt purpose | $3,100 |
| City of Hope | General exempt purpose | $3,050 |
| Lutheran Church of St Luke | General exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Pages of Our Communities Foundation | General exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| The United Way of Northeast Louisiana Inc | General exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Incorporated | General exempt purpose | $2,930 |
| University of Notre Dame du Lac | General exempt purpose | $2,814 |
Officers and trustees
- J Patrick Gallagher Jr
- Douglas K Howell
- Robert E Gallagher Jr
Questions people ask
Does Arthur J Gallagher Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Arthur J Gallagher Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2024, across 2,692 grants, with a typical grant of $250.
Who runs Arthur J Gallagher Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists J Patrick Gallagher Jr (Trustee), Douglas K Howell (Trustee) and Robert E Gallagher Jr (Trustee).
What does Arthur J Gallagher Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.