BMF Foundation
Preselected recipients only
BMF Foundation is a private foundation in Oak Brook, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $73,100 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $20,000. 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$73,100
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$234,748
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $37,332 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $36,879 |
| 2025 | $73,100 | 13 | $234,748 |
How to apply
BMF 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 BMF Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 9 | $57,100 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii | Unrestricted grant for the ongoing religious and charitable programs of the church. | $20,000 |
| Rush Epilepsy Reserach Fund | Research | $15,000 |
| Caring Network | Unrestricted contribution to support the organziation's exempt purposes | $12,300 |
| St Mary Our Lady of the Isle Roman Chatholic Church | Unrestricted contribution to support the organization's exempt purposes | $10,000 |
| Thomas Moore Society | Unrestricted contribution to support the organization's exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| Young Life Arrowhead | Unrestriced contribution to support the organziation's exempt purposes | $3,000 |
| Preborn | Unrestricted contribution to support the organization's exempt purposes | $2,500 |
| Reclaim 13 | Unrestricted contribution to support the organization's exempt purposes | $2,000 |
| Lutheran Children | Unrestricted contribution to support the organization's exempt purposes | $1,000 |
| The Franciscans of the Eucharist of Chicago | Unrestricted contribution to support the organization's exempt purpose | $800 |
| Midtown Education | Unrestricted contribution to support the organization's exempt purposes | $500 |
| Sisters of Life | Unrestricted contribution to support the organization's exempt purposes | $500 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | Unrestricted contribution to support the organziation's exempt purposes | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian J Flynn
- Keith J Skibicki
- Michelle Markko Flynn
- Victor M Casini
Questions people ask
Does BMF Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does BMF Foundation give?
$73,100 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs BMF Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian J Flynn (President/Pt-Time), Keith J Skibicki (Vice-President, Treasurer/), Michelle Markko Flynn (Executive Vice-President/) and Victor M Casini (Secretary/ Pt-Time).
What does BMF Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.