Edith Marie Appleton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edith Marie Appleton Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmette, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $94,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 and the largest $50,000. 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$94,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was down from $107,286 the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $109,500 | 9 | $4.7 million |
| 2022 | $107,000 | 11 | $4.6 million |
| 2023 | $107,286 | 10 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $94,500 | 6 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Edith Marie Appleton 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 Edith Marie Appleton Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $94,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Goodman Theatre | To further the purpose of the organization | $50,000 |
| John David Mooney Fdn | To further the purpose of the organization | $30,000 |
| The Swedish American Foundation | To further the purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| National Cambodian Heritage Museum | To further the purpose of the organization | $2,500 |
| Bindhouse Inc | To further the purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| The Barack Obama Foundation | To further the purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Albert I Goodman
- Steve Frazier
- Jane Hannon
- Cathy Smerch
- Maria Goodman
Questions people ask
Does Edith Marie Appleton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edith Marie Appleton Foundation give?
$94,500 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs Edith Marie Appleton Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Albert I Goodman (President Treasurer Direct), Steve Frazier (Director), Jane Hannon (Secretary Director) and Cathy Smerch (Vice President Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Edith Marie Appleton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.