Desantis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Desantis Foundation is a private foundation in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $26,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $13,600. 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$26,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$13,600
- Assets$4,285
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was down from $47,910 the year before.
57% 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 | $34,500 | 12 | $25,011 |
| 2024 | $47,910 | 10 | $26,724 |
| 2025 | $26,500 | 7 | $4,285 |
How to apply
Desantis 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 Desantis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $17,800 |
| Illinois | 4 | $6,700 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salzburg Festival Society | Charitable | $13,600 |
| Foundation for AIDS Research | Charitable | $4,200 |
| Friends of Aaca | Charitable | $2,700 |
| Ann & Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Women Care Center | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Evanston Community Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jason van Lente
- Abigail de Santis
- Thomas van Lente
- Drew de Santis
- Kyle de Santis
- Al Baldermann
- MSGR Kenneth Velo
Questions people ask
Does Desantis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Desantis Foundation give?
$26,500 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Desantis Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jason van Lente (Director), Abigail de Santis (Director), Thomas van Lente (Director) and Drew de Santis (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Desantis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.