Big Cat Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Big Cat Foundation is a private foundation in Marengo, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $64,500 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $64,500 and the largest $64,500. 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$64,500
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$64,500
- Largest grant$64,500
- Assets$992,535
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $62,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $52,000 | 1 | $824,559 |
| 2023 | $62,000 | 1 | $942,874 |
| 2024 | $64,500 | 1 | $992,535 |
How to apply
Big Cat 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $64,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Statement 6 | Unrestricted - for general tax-exempt purposes of recipient organizations, unless otherwise indicated on attached statement | $64,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel R Scheinfeld
- Sandra P Scheinfeld
- Tamara R Scheinfeld
- Rebekah C Scheinfeld
- Karuna N Scheinfeld
- David Scheinfeld
Questions people ask
Does Big Cat Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Big Cat Foundation give?
$64,500 in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $64,500.
Who runs Big Cat Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel R Scheinfeld (Pres./DIRECTOR), Sandra P Scheinfeld (Vp/Treas/Direct), Tamara R Scheinfeld (Director) and Rebekah C Scheinfeld (Vp/Director) among 6 officers and trustees.