Bomher Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bomher Family Foundation is a private foundation in Clarendon Hills, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $193,546 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $50,468. 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$193,546
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$50,468
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $131,085 the year before.
56% of its 2025 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 | $133,379 | 32 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $131,085 | 28 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $193,546 | 26 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
Bomher Family 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 Bomher Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 22 | $186,790 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
| California | 1 | $256 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nazareth Academy | Community | $50,468 |
| Notre Dame | Community | $29,500 |
| Notre Dame | Community | $26,752 |
| Big Shoulders Fund | Community | $15,000 |
| Mission of Our Lady | Community | $14,040 |
| Pinnacle Foundation | Community | $10,000 |
| Nazareth Academy | Community | $8,015 |
| All Chicago | Medical | $7,052 |
| Diocese of Joliet - Cathoic Charities | Community | $5,750 |
| Special Forces Scholarship Fund | Community | $5,000 |
| Anchor Cross Society | Community | $5,000 |
| Public BroadcastingSun Times | Community | $2,700 |
| The Troy Keip Foundation | Community | $2,500 |
| Mundelein Seminary | Community | $2,000 |
| Seminary Endowment Fund | Community | $2,000 |
| Big Shoulders Fund | Community | $1,500 |
| Mount St Joseph Association | Community | $1,000 |
| Link Unlimited | Community | $1,000 |
| Lewa Wildlife Conservancy | Community | $1,000 |
| Honor Flight Chicago | Community | $1,000 |
| St Vincent Food Pantry | Community | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | Community | $500 |
| Special Olympics | Community | $313 |
| St Baldrick Foundation | Community | $256 |
| Western Illinois University | Community | $100 |
| Lurie Childrens Hospital | Community | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Francis J Bomher
- Jan E Bomher
- Mary Pat Bomher
Questions people ask
Does Bomher Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bomher Family Foundation give?
$193,546 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Bomher Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Francis J Bomher (President), Jan E Bomher (Secretary) and Mary Pat Bomher (Director).
What does Bomher Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.