Danny Gillespie Scholarship Fund
Preselected recipients only
Danny Gillespie Scholarship Fund is a private foundation in Niles, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $8,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$8,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$62,968
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,500 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,500 | 2 | $46,411 |
| 2024 | $5,500 | 3 | $48,217 |
| 2025 | $8,000 | 3 | $62,968 |
How to apply
Danny Gillespie Scholarship 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 Danny Gillespie Scholarship Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 3 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Gillespie
- Daniel Gillespie
Questions people ask
Does Danny Gillespie Scholarship Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Danny Gillespie Scholarship Fund give?
$8,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Danny Gillespie Scholarship Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan Gillespie (President) and Daniel Gillespie (Treasurer).
What does Danny Gillespie Scholarship Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.