Bertetti Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bertetti Foundation is a private foundation in Gillespie, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $152,100 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$152,100
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $170,100 the year before.
0% 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 | $142,000 | 11 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $170,100 | 11 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $152,100 | 10 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Bertetti 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 Bertetti Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $152,100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Frank Bertetti Benld Library | Operating | $70,000 |
| Partnership for Educational Excellence | Operating | $18,000 |
| Unit 7 Fire Protection | Operating | $15,000 |
| Gillespie Ambulance | Operating | $15,000 |
| Benld Cemetery Association | Operating | $11,000 |
| Gillespie Cemetery Association | Operating | $11,000 |
| Minesterial Association | Operating | $4,400 |
| Italian Club | Operating | $3,300 |
| Illinois Coal Museum | Operating | $2,200 |
| Joyful Angels | Operating | $2,200 |
Officers and trustees
- John Fassero
- Rory Makler
- David Bertetti
- Kenney Tebbe
Questions people ask
Does Bertetti Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bertetti Foundation give?
$152,100 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs Bertetti Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Fassero (President), Rory Makler (Treasurer), David Bertetti (Vice President) and Kenney Tebbe (Trustee).
What does Bertetti Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.