D and R Charitable Fund
Preselected recipients only
D and R Charitable Fund is a private foundation in Oak Lawn, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 53 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants53
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$31.0 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
23% 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 | $1.5 million | 53 | $29.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 53 | $31.0 million |
How to apply
D and R Charitable Fund 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 D and R Charitable Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 26 | $1.1 million |
| Arizona | 5 | $150,000 |
| Utah | 12 | $75,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $72,450 |
| New York | 2 | $40,000 |
| California | 2 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $20,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Metro Chicago | Civic & social | $150,000 |
| Teach for America | Civic & social | $125,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | Civic & social | $100,000 |
| Lurie Children's Hospital | Civic & social | $100,000 |
| Caf America | Civic & social | $72,450 |
| Dovetail Project | Civic & social | $50,000 |
| Museum of Science & Industry | Civic & social | $50,000 |
| Tucson Botanical Garden | Civic & social | $50,000 |
| Erie Family Health Center | Civic & social | $40,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Civic & social | $40,000 |
| Sonoran Institute | Civic & social | $35,000 |
| Chicago High School for the Arts | Civic & social | $30,000 |
| Kids Above All | Civic & social | $30,000 |
| Lincoln Park Zoo | Civic & social | $30,000 |
| Posse Foundation | Civic & social | $30,000 |
| African Wildlife Foundation | Civic & social | $25,000 |
| John G Shedd Aquarium | Civic & social | $25,000 |
| Legal Aid Chicago | Civic & social | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Illinois | Civic & social | $25,000 |
| Start Early | Civic & social | $25,000 |
| Tucson Symphony Orchestra | Civic & social | $25,000 |
| University of Arizona - Public Media | Civic & social | $25,000 |
| Wits - Working in the Schools | Civic & social | $25,000 |
| Autoimmune Association | Civic & social | $20,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Civic & social | $20,000 |
| Chicago Coalition for the Homeless | Civic & social | $20,000 |
| Erikson Institute | Civic & social | $20,000 |
| Lawrence Hall Youth Services | Civic & social | $20,000 |
| Merit School of Music | Civic & social | $20,000 |
| Nantucket Conservation Foundation | Civic & social | $20,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Southeastern Pa | Civic & social | $20,000 |
| Rethink Food | Civic & social | $20,000 |
| Sara's Circle | Civic & social | $20,000 |
| Access Community Health Network | Civic & social | $15,000 |
| North Chicago Community Partners | Civic & social | $15,000 |
| Tom Sherak Ms Hope Foundation | Civic & social | $15,000 |
| University of Arizona - School of Dance | Civic & social | $15,000 |
| Chicago Lighthouse for the Blind | Civic & social | $12,000 |
| Exceptional Minds | Civic & social | $10,000 |
| Millennium Park | Civic & social | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Louise R Glasser
- Emily L Glasser
- Mary C Glasser
- Daniel R Glassser
Questions people ask
Does D and R Charitable Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does D and R Charitable Fund give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 53 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs D and R Charitable Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Louise R Glasser (President), Emily L Glasser (Vice-President), Mary C Glasser (Vice-President/Secretary) and Daniel R Glassser (Vice-President/Treasurer).
What does D and R Charitable Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, arts and culture and health.