David M Wark and Mary Ann Barrows Wark Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David M Wark and Mary Ann Barrows Wark Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $560,800 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $120,000. 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$560,800
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$5.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $302,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $302,000 | 9 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $560,800 | 7 | $5.5 million |
How to apply
David M Wark and Mary Ann Barrows Wark 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 David M Wark and Mary Ann Barrows Wark Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 7 | $447,550 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Think Small | General operating support/annual gift | $120,000 |
| Mount Zion Temple (Fka Mount Zion Hebrew Congregation) | General operating support/annual gift | $100,000 |
| St Paul Jewish Federation (Ujfc) | General operating support/annual gift | $87,550 |
| Maayanot Community Mikveh of Minnesota | General operating support/annual gift | $50,000 |
| St Paul Academy and Summit School | General operating support/annual gift | $50,000 |
| Maayanot Community Mikveh of Minnesota | General operating support/annual gift | $20,000 |
| The Jean Lyle Children's Center | General operating support/annual gift | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Ann Barrows Wark
- David M Wark
- Barry J Wark
- Michael C McQuinn
- Lauren K Macdonald
Questions people ask
Does David M Wark and Mary Ann Barrows Wark Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David M Wark and Mary Ann Barrows Wark Foundation give?
$560,800 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs David M Wark and Mary Ann Barrows Wark Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary Ann Barrows Wark (President/Director), David M Wark (Director/Vp/Secretary), Barry J Wark (Director) and Michael C McQuinn (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does David M Wark and Mary Ann Barrows Wark Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.