Cretors Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cretors Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lake Bluff, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $490,000 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$490,000
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$10.7 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was up from $308,000 the year before.
36% of its 2024 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 | $308,000 | 33 | $9.8 million |
| 2024 | $490,000 | 31 | $10.7 million |
How to apply
Cretors 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 Cretors Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 21 | $355,000 |
| New York | 2 | $60,000 |
| California | 2 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Botanic Garden | Environmental and garden education | $50,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Provide health care support abroad | $50,000 |
| Ragdale | To pursue cultural consciousness throughout our organization through substantive learning and transparent policies | $50,000 |
| Chicago Foundation for Women | Providing social support for women and girls. | $35,000 |
| Learn | Enhance education | $25,000 |
| American Red Cross | For assisting community needs | $20,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | To end hunger by connecting our neighbors with healthy food | $20,000 |
| Ravinia Festival | Providing education and community engagement through classical music | $20,000 |
| The Night Ministry | To provide human connection, housing support, and health care to members of our community who are unhoused | $20,000 |
| Highland Park Community Foundation | Support social services and educational needs | $15,000 |
| Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation | Furthering arts through social programs | $10,000 |
| Best Buddies | Creating opportunities for friendships for people with intellectual and development disabilities | $10,000 |
| Chicago Public Media | Media creating for education purposes | $10,000 |
| Erie Family Health Foundation | Support erie family health center mission | $10,000 |
| Family Focus | We serve families by giving parents support, knowledge, and resources they need to give their children the best possible start in life | $10,000 |
| Feed the Children | We are committed to ending childhood hunger | $10,000 |
| Fenix Family Health Center | Provide medical care to low income and uninsured people | $10,000 |
| Icc Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science | To improve the wellness of all people through innovative, interprofessional education of health and biomedical professionals and the discovery and implementation of knowledge | $10,000 |
| Lurie Children's Foundation | To create a healthier future for every child | $10,000 |
| National Outdoor Leadership School (Nols) | To be the leading source and teacher of wilderness skills. | $10,000 |
| Operation Smile | We create solutions that deliver safe surgery to people where it's needed most | $10,000 |
| Palestine Childrens Relief Fund | Provide nonpolitical humanitarian relief focused on healthcare for children in palestine. | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Leader in providing and promoting compassionate, comprehensive reproductive health care, education, and rights | $10,000 |
| Sarah's Circle | Provide a full continuum of services for women to help them permanently end their homelessness | $10,000 |
| The Trevor Project | To end suicide among lgbtq | $10,000 |
| Women Employed | Pursue equity for women in the workforce by effecting policy change | $10,000 |
| Community Youth Network Counseling(cyn) | Counseling services | $5,000 |
| Depaul University | Supporting the integral human development of its students by proving outstanding teaching & academic excellence. | $5,000 |
| Goodman Theater | Support for arts and culture | $5,000 |
| Steppenwolf Theater | Support for arts and culture | $5,000 |
| Tunidito Children and Family Services | Emotional support for children and families | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Phyllis R Cretors
- Laura E Jones
- Anna Louise Bailey
- Claire E Weiler
Questions people ask
Does Cretors Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cretors Family Foundation give?
$490,000 in tax year 2024, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Cretors Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Phyllis R Cretors (President/Director), Laura E Jones (Vice President), Anna Louise Bailey (Vice President/Secretary) and Claire E Weiler (Vice President/Treasurer).
What does Cretors Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.