David F & Margaret T Grohne Family Foundation
Accepts applications
David F & Margaret T Grohne Family Foundation is a private foundation in Western Springs, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $13.5 million in 42 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $7.5 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$13.5 million
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$7.5 million
- Assets$220 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $10.3 million the year before.
38% 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 | $10.3 million | 40 | $202 million |
| 2024 | $13.5 million | 42 | $220 million |
How to apply
| Contact | David Margaret Grohne 4908 Lawn Avenue, Western Springs, IL 60558 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (708) 496-0380 |
| What to submit | No formal forms |
| Deadlines | No submission deadlines |
| Restrictions | No restrictions except the organizations must be qualified 501(c)(3) organizations. |
What David F & Margaret T Grohne Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 2 | $7.5 million |
| Minnesota | 1 | $3.0 million |
| Illinois | 11 | $1.8 million |
| Michigan | 1 | $500,000 |
| Indiana | 9 | $160,000 |
| California | 2 | $130,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $105,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $103,000 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $100,000 |
| Arizona | 3 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ducks Unlimited Inc | Charitable | $7.5 million |
| Mayo Clinic | Charitable | $3.0 million |
| Max McGraw Wildlife Fndtn | Charitable | $1.0 million |
| Hillsdale College | Charitable | $500,000 |
| Field School | Charitable | $300,000 |
| Wetlands Initiative | Charitable | $250,000 |
| Salk Institute for Biological Studies | Charitable | $125,000 |
| Delta Waterfowl Foundation | Charitable | $100,000 |
| KIPP Foundation | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Morris Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Purdue Foundation | Charitable | $100,000 |
| The Leadership Institute | Charitable | $100,000 |
| US Sportsmen's Alliance | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Illinois Conservation Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| The Phoenix Childrens Foundation | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Ed Choice | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Christ Church School | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Indiana University School of Medicine | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Mission Mid del Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Phoenix Children's Hospital | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Wheeler Mission | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Wounded Warriors | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Big Brother Big Sister | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Gateway Community Church | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Leah's Hope | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Lucky Lab Rescue | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Luke's Wings | Charitable | $5,000 |
| National Park Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army Chicago Branch | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Simon Cancer Center 100 Voices of Hope | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Caring Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy - FL Chapter | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Sierra Club Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Disabled American Veterans | Charitable | $3,000 |
| The Damien Center | Charitable | $2,500 |
| The Julian Center | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Actors With Special Needs | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Alzheimers Foundation of America Inc | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Coral Restoration Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Grohne
- Margaret Grohne
- Jeffrey Grohne
- Patricia Tassone
- Jennifer Huber
Questions people ask
Does David F & Margaret T Grohne Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No submission deadlines.
How much does David F & Margaret T Grohne Family Foundation give?
$13.5 million in tax year 2024, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs David F & Margaret T Grohne Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David Grohne (President), Margaret Grohne (VP), Jeffrey Grohne (Director) and Patricia Tassone (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does David F & Margaret T Grohne Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and education.