CW Christian Foundation
Preselected recipients only
CW Christian Foundation is a private foundation in Tinley Park, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $235,153 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $16,153 and the largest $65,000. 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$235,153
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$16,153
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$5.3 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $204,242 the year before.
10% 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 | $184,200 | 8 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $204,242 | 9 | $4.6 million |
| 2025 | $235,153 | 11 | $5.3 million |
How to apply
CW Christian 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 CW Christian Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $171,000 |
| Iowa | 2 | $26,153 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $25,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $13,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Catholic Charities | Various | $65,000 |
| Trinity Services | Various | $47,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Various | $20,000 |
| Caring Network | Various | $18,000 |
| Wellness House | Various | $17,000 |
| Catholic Relief Charities | Various | $16,153 |
| Catholic Charities-Ryan's Joy | Various | $13,000 |
| Iu Foundation - Jec III Memorial | Scholarship | $13,000 |
| Mercy Home | Various | $11,000 |
| Catholic Relief Charities | Various | $10,000 |
| Dominican Sisters of St Cecilia | Various | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew P Walsh II
- Andrew Caveney
- Joan Diggs
- Thomas Caveney
- Elizabeth Rocci
- Constance Colleran
- Michael Caveney
- Brian Caveney
Questions people ask
Does CW Christian Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does CW Christian Foundation give?
$235,153 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $16,153.
Who runs CW Christian Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Matthew P Walsh II (Trustee), Andrew Caveney (Manager), Joan Diggs (Manager) and Thomas Caveney (Manager) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does CW Christian Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and human services.