Dolan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dolan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmette, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $634,400 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$634,400
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$5.7 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $270,250 the year before.
10% of its 2025 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 | $251,200 | 34 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $270,250 | 44 | $5.5 million |
| 2025 | $634,400 | 31 | $5.7 million |
How to apply
Dolan Family 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 Dolan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 23 | $613,000 |
| New York | 3 | $15,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $2,200 |
| Iowa | 1 | $2,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army | General and unrestricted | $500,000 |
| NAMI CCNS | General and unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Chicago Jesuit Academy | General and unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Misericordia | General and unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Shriners Hospital | General and unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Francis Xavier Church | General and unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Tunnel 2 Towers | General and unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Erie Neighborhood House | General and unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Fenwick High School | General and unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Loyola University | General and unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | General and unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Trinity High School | General and unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Dominican University | General and unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General and unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General and unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Mulliganeers | General and unrestricted | $4,000 |
| WTTW | General and unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Riverside Foundation | General and unrestricted | $2,500 |
| The Posse Foundation | General and unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Marine Corps Toys for Tots | General and unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Maryville Academy | General and unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Water Safety Patrol | General and unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General and unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | General and unrestricted | $400 |
| Home | General and unrestricted | $400 |
| Special Olympics | General and unrestricted | $400 |
| Susan G Komen | General | $400 |
| Disabled American Veterans | General and unrestricted | $200 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General and unrestricted | $200 |
| Heart of the Nation | General and unrestricted | $200 |
| Parkinsons Foundation | General and unrestricted | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Harry L Dolan
- Carrie Dolan
- Bridget Dolan
Questions people ask
Does Dolan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dolan Family Foundation give?
$634,400 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Dolan Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Harry L Dolan (Pres.), Carrie Dolan (Secretary) and Bridget Dolan (Director).
What does Dolan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and veterans.