Cheryl & John Omeara Charitable Fo
Preselected recipients only
Cheryl & John Omeara Charitable Fo is a private foundation in Kildeer, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,566 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$100,566
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $63,200 the year before.
36% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $58,550 | 13 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $63,200 | 12 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $100,566 | 15 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Cheryl & John Omeara Charitable Fo 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 Cheryl & John Omeara Charitable Fo funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 5 | $46,649 |
| Indiana | 4 | $20,181 |
| California | 2 | $10,150 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $4,586 |
| New York | 1 | $4,500 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $4,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Habitat for Humanity | Grant | $15,000 |
| Northern Illinois Food BK | Grant | $12,000 |
| Center on Halsted | Grant | $10,000 |
| DLC Dominican Learning Center | Grant | $10,000 |
| The Caring Place | Grant | $5,181 |
| Casa Cornelia Law Center | Grant | $5,150 |
| National Immigration Justice Cente | Grant | $5,149 |
| Individual | Grant | $5,000 |
| Sojourner Truth House | Grant | $5,000 |
| Hobart Food Pantry Inc | Grant | $5,000 |
| Point Foundation | Grant | $5,000 |
| Heifer Project International | Grant | $4,586 |
| Individual | Grant | $4,500 |
| Individual | Grant | $4,500 |
| Individual | Grant | $4,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Cheryl Omeara
- Brendan Omeara
- William Omeara
- Brian Omeara
Questions people ask
Does Cheryl & John Omeara Charitable Fo accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cheryl & John Omeara Charitable Fo give?
$100,566 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Cheryl & John Omeara Charitable Fo?
Its 2025 filing lists Cheryl Omeara (President), Brendan Omeara (Director), William Omeara (Sec-Treas) and Brian Omeara (Director).
What does Cheryl & John Omeara Charitable Fo fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger.