Clune Cares Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Clune Cares Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $859,342 in 136 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $33,050. 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$859,342
- Number of grants136
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$33,050
- Assets$483,102
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2025 was up from $675,647 the year before.
59% 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 | $364,500 | 35 | $135,429 |
| 2024 | $675,647 | 130 | $189,046 |
| 2025 | $859,342 | 136 | $483,102 |
How to apply
Clune Cares Foundation Inc 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 Clune Cares Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 20 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 36 | $243,847 |
| New York | 27 | $161,324 |
| California | 22 | $139,918 |
| Virginia | 13 | $62,522 |
| Texas | 8 | $60,500 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $32,240 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $28,700 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $27,800 |
| Maryland | 4 | $21,311 |
| Florida | 3 | $14,480 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Revolution Workshop | General support | $33,050 |
| Folds of Honor | General support | $27,800 |
| American Cancer Society | General support | $25,000 |
| Children's Specialized Hospital Foundation Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Community Organized Relief Effort (Core) | General support | $25,000 |
| Lorenzo's House | General support | $25,000 |
| Ann & Robert Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago Foundation | General support | $23,500 |
| Irish American Partnership | General support | $22,700 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | General support | $20,000 |
| Success Academy Charter Schools Inc | General support | $17,900 |
| Special Olympics of Texas | General support | $17,000 |
| Harrington Cancer & Health Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Project Renewal Inc | General support | $12,804 |
| Gateway for Cancer Research | General support | $12,470 |
| Ronald McDonald House of Ny | General support | $12,460 |
| United Way of New York City | General support | $12,000 |
| Autism Speaks | General support | $10,120 |
| Ace Mentor Program of Illinois | General support | $10,000 |
| Betteralife | General support | $10,000 |
| Healthy Schools Campaign | General support | $10,000 |
| Hoag Charity Sports | General support | $10,000 |
| La Fire Department Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Pacific Northwest Cwoa Chapter | General support | $10,000 |
| The Lilabean Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| The Up Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity - Chicago | General support | $9,000 |
| Lower Manhattan Cultural Council Inc | General support | $8,952 |
| HFS Chicago Scholars | General support | $8,750 |
| Boulder Crest Foundation | General support | $8,562 |
| Whitewright Volunteer Fire Department | General support | $8,500 |
| Marine Corp - Law Enforcement Foundation | General support | $8,200 |
| Friends of St Dominic's | General support | $8,140 |
| The Bridge Church Chino | General support | $8,000 |
| Tuesday's Children | General support | $8,000 |
| Education Through Music Inc | General support | $7,850 |
| Museum of Arts & Design | General support | $7,500 |
| The Committee for Hispanic Children & Families Inc | General support | $7,280 |
| Providence St Mel School | General support | $6,800 |
| Visual Arts Center of New Jersey | General support | $5,800 |
| The Help USA Fund Inc | General support | $5,682 |
Officers and trustees
- Jennifer Clune
- Thomas Eberhardt
- Peter Bahruth
- Edna Crowley
- David Hall
- Michael Mackey
- Robert Dahlstrom
- Vince Gutekanst
- Jessica Doyle
Questions people ask
Does Clune Cares Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Clune Cares Foundation Inc give?
$859,342 in tax year 2025, across 136 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Clune Cares Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jennifer Clune (President), Thomas Eberhardt (Treasurer), Peter Bahruth (Secretary) and Edna Crowley (Assistant Secretary) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Clune Cares Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.