Charles and Frances Kempler Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charles and Frances Kempler Foundation is a private foundation in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $31,635 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $7,750. 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$31,635
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$7,750
- Assets$705,734
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $29,150 the year before.
40% 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 | $27,850 | 20 | $606,816 |
| 2024 | $29,150 | 16 | $647,333 |
| 2025 | $31,635 | 15 | $705,734 |
How to apply
Charles and Frances Kempler 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Charles and Frances Kempler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $27,135 |
| New York | 3 | $4,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | General support | $7,750 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General purpose | $5,535 |
| Ann & Robert Lurie Childrens Hospit | General support | $5,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | General support | $4,000 |
| Idf | General purpose | $2,500 |
| NAMI | General support | $2,000 |
| NW University Feinberg School of Medicine | General purpose | $1,000 |
| The Center for Reproductive Rights | General support | $1,000 |
| ACLU of Illinois | General support | $500 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | General support | $500 |
| Operation Walk Chicago | General purpose | $500 |
| Illinois Coaltion for Immigrant and Refugee Rights | General purpose | $500 |
| Special Olympics Illinois | General purpose | $350 |
| New Vocations Racehorse Adoption PR | General support | $250 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Sociiety | General purpose | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Howard L Kempler
- Lawrence J Kempler
Questions people ask
Does Charles and Frances Kempler Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles and Frances Kempler Foundation give?
$31,635 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Charles and Frances Kempler Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Howard L Kempler (Secretary) and Lawrence J Kempler (President).
What does Charles and Frances Kempler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.