Breen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Breen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Orland Park, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,100 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $4,000. 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$18,100
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$450,195
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was down from $20,696 the year before.
46% 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 | $22,582 | 17 | $348,486 |
| 2024 | $20,696 | 12 | $462,060 |
| 2025 | $18,100 | 11 | $450,195 |
How to apply
Breen 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $4,100 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $2,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $1,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Sinise Foundation | To support the general operations of the organization | $4,000 |
| Brightfocus Foundation | To support the general operations of the organization | $2,500 |
| Travis Mills Foundation | To support the general operations of the organization | $2,000 |
| James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association | To support the general operations of the organization | $2,000 |
| Mercy Chefs | To support the general operations of the organization | $2,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children | To support the general operations of the organization | $2,000 |
| Michiana Humane Society | To support the general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Turning Point USA | To support the general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Legrandmission NFP Inc | To support the general operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Mount Carmel HS | To support the general operations of the organization | $500 |
| All Seated in A Barn | To support the general operations of the organization | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian Breen
- Mary Breen
- Dennis Breen
Questions people ask
Does Breen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Breen Family Foundation give?
$18,100 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Breen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian Breen (Director), Mary Breen (President) and Dennis Breen (Secretary/ Treasurer).