Carnahan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carnahan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $29,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $18,000. 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$29,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was down from $59,950 the year before.
57% 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 | $38,630 | 8 | $918,157 |
| 2024 | $59,950 | 13 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $29,000 | 7 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Carnahan 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 Carnahan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $28,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Altus Academy | General charitable purposes | $18,000 |
| Marillac St Vincent | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Classical Music Chicago | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Alliance for the Great Lake | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Misericordia | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| St Anthony's Church | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Harbor Arts | General charitable purposes | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen Carnahan
- Paul M Sheridan
- Marianne Woodward
Questions people ask
Does Carnahan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carnahan Family Foundation give?
$29,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Carnahan Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ellen Carnahan (Pres, Treas, Dir), Paul M Sheridan (Sec, Dir) and Marianne Woodward (Vice President, Dir).
What does Carnahan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.