Clayton A Struve Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Clayton A Struve Family Foundation is a private foundation in Itasca, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $549,542 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $16,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$549,542
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$16,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$11.9 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $522,500 the year before.
14% 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 | $481,542 | 28 | $11.1 million |
| 2024 | $522,500 | 30 | $12.3 million |
| 2025 | $549,542 | 28 | $11.9 million |
How to apply
Clayton A Struve 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 Clayton A Struve Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 19 | $317,542 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $50,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $35,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $20,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $12,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Camp Mishawaka | Scholarship Fund | $50,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Fight hunger in cook county | $50,000 |
| Rheumatology Research Foundation | To help find a cure for rheumatology | $50,000 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | College tuition assistance for caddies | $40,000 |
| Lurie Childrens Hospital Foundation | For health and well being of all children | $36,000 |
| Vital Ground Foundation | To conserve critical habitat for grizzly bears | $35,000 |
| Zoo and Aquarium Video Archive | To support the preservation of knowledge of zoo and aquarium professionals. | $35,000 |
| American Red Cross | Lifesaving services | $25,000 |
| St Jude's Children's Research Hospital | To find cures for children with cancer and other life threatening diseases through research and treatment | $25,000 |
| Misericordia | To support individuals with developmental disabilities. | $25,000 |
| United Way of Metro Chicago | To tackle the systemic issues that have plagued our region, creating communities where children and families can thrive. can thrive. United, we're building stronger neighborhoods for a stronger Chicago region | $25,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | To conserve land and waters. | $25,000 |
| Salvation Army | To provide water, food, clothing, shelter, counseling, and other emergency assistance. | $25,000 |
| National Ability Center | To empower individuals of all abilities by building self-esteem, confidence and lifetime skills through sport, recreation and educational programs. | $20,000 |
| OWII Jack Russell Rescue | To help foster and re-home dogs. | $12,000 |
| Evanston Arts Center | To provide professional opportunities to artists, offer art education to people of all ages, and to provide free educational programs to the community. | $10,000 |
| Western Sports Foundation | Supporting total athlete wellness. | $10,000 |
| ETHS Foundation | Promoting education. | $10,000 |
| One Goal | Providing educational support to underpriviledged children | $6,000 |
| Hephzibah Children's Association | Helping families in need. | $5,000 |
| Inspiration Cafe | To help people affected by homelessness. | $5,000 |
| Lincoln Park Zoo | To support the zoo. | $5,000 |
| Bear Care | To fund programs focused on improving the quality of life for people in the Chicagoland community. | $5,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Fostering development of treatments. | $5,000 |
| Ravinia Festival Association | Annual fund | $4,542 |
| Family Focus | To promote the well-being of children from birth by supporting and strengthening their families in and with their community. | $2,000 |
| Trio Annimal Foundation | To pay medical bills for sick abused pets. | $2,000 |
| Harmony Community Cares | To plant seeds of Love and cultivate hope by collaborating to provide access to healthy food, academic enrichment, social and spiritual support, and a safe environment, for people in North Lawndale and surrounding communities. | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Clayton A Struve
Questions people ask
Does Clayton A Struve Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Clayton A Struve Family Foundation give?
$549,542 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $16,000.
Who runs Clayton A Struve Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Clayton A Struve (Trustee).
What does Clayton A Struve Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.