Boynton Gillespie Memorial Funds
Preselected recipients only
Boynton Gillespie Memorial Funds is a private foundation in Sparta, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $121,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $60,500 and the largest $71,000. 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$121,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$60,500
- Largest grant$71,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $98,600 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 | $110,900 | 2 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $98,600 | 2 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $121,000 | 2 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Boynton Gillespie Memorial Funds 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 Boynton Gillespie Memorial Funds funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $121,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| College Students-See List | Unrestricted | $71,000 |
| Trinity United Presbyterian Church | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Clendenin
- Richard Reid
- Georgeann Henderson
Questions people ask
Does Boynton Gillespie Memorial Funds accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Boynton Gillespie Memorial Funds give?
$121,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $60,500.
Who runs Boynton Gillespie Memorial Funds?
Its 2025 filing lists John Clendenin (Trustee), Richard Reid (Trustee) and Georgeann Henderson (Trustee).
What does Boynton Gillespie Memorial Funds fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.