Danny Grimley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Danny Grimley Foundation is a private foundation in Naperville, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $9,800 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $2,625 and the largest $3,600. 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$9,800
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$2,625
- Largest grant$3,600
- Assets$169,035
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $8,500 the year before.
50% 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 | $13,500 | 1 | $0 |
| 2024 | $8,500 | 2 | $91,234 |
| 2025 | $9,800 | 4 | $169,035 |
How to apply
Danny Grimley 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Danny Grimley Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $9,800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey Claus Lexem Group | Provide meals to families at edward hospital | $3,600 |
| Big Shoulders Fund | Provide tuition grants. | $3,250 |
| Chicago School | Provide funds for ocd research | $2,000 |
| 360 Youth Services | Provide therapist education | $950 |
Officers and trustees
- Shannon Merkin
- Kevin Grimley
- Michael Kuehne
- Gerry Gorman
- Daniel Sagen
- Jack Krejci
- Edward Graham
- Richard Grimley
- Kendell Garth
Questions people ask
Does Danny Grimley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Danny Grimley Foundation give?
$9,800 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $2,625.
Who runs Danny Grimley Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Shannon Merkin (President), Kevin Grimley (Vice President), Michael Kuehne (Treasurer) and Gerry Gorman (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Danny Grimley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.