Demar Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Demar Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lake Barrington, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $59,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $12,000. 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$59,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$844,706
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $68,000 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 | $68,000 | 19 | $846,013 |
| 2024 | $59,500 | 14 | $844,706 |
How to apply
Demar Foundation Inc 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 Demar Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 8 | $38,500 |
| Illinois | 3 | $9,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $7,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wooddale Church | Religious | $12,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Religious | $7,000 |
| Minnesota Landscape Arboretum | Educational | $6,000 |
| Minnesota Orchestra | Arts and culture | $5,000 |
| St Nicholas Cathedral School | Religious | $5,000 |
| Prince of Peace Lutheran | Religious | $4,000 |
| Tanzania Health Partnership | Medical centar | $4,000 |
| Liberty Youth Ranch | Social service | $3,000 |
| St Paul Chamber Orchestra | Arts and culture | $3,000 |
| Barrington Youth Dance Ensemble | Arts and culture | $2,500 |
| Dunwoody College | Educational | $2,500 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | Social service | $2,000 |
| St Anthony of Padua Catholic Church | Religious | $2,000 |
| Heritage Foundation | Social service | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald E Ryks
- Mary Anne Ryks
- Annette Ryks Nikolich
- John Nikolich
- Reed Nikolich
- Juliana Nikolich
Questions people ask
Does Demar Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Demar Foundation Inc give?
$59,500 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Demar Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Donald E Ryks (Director), Mary Anne Ryks (Director), Annette Ryks Nikolich (President) and John Nikolich (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Demar Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.