Edward and Rose Donnell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edward and Rose Donnell Foundation is a private foundation in Glencoe, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $250,000 in 59 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $19,000. 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$250,000
- Number of grants59
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$19,000
- Assets$5.3 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was up from $225,000 the year before.
47% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $225,000 | 45 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $250,000 | 59 | $5.3 million |
How to apply
Edward and Rose Donnell 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 Edward and Rose Donnell Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 19 | $111,000 |
| Tennessee | 10 | $39,500 |
| Virginia | 5 | $25,000 |
| New York | 7 | $22,000 |
| California | 6 | $22,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $16,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $2,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood | unrestricted | $19,000 |
| Better Government Assc | unrestricted | $17,500 |
| Chicago Horticultural Society | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Trust for Public Lands | unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Conservation International | unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Kappa Sigma Scholarship Fund | unrestricted | $9,000 |
| Tennessee 4H | Williamson County STEM Program | $8,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Nashville Opera | unrestricted | $6,000 |
| American Red Cross | unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Learning Matters | unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Country Music Hall of Fame | unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Nashville Shakespeare Festival | unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Evanston Public Library | unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Doctors without Borders | unrestricted | $5,000 |
| McGaw YMCA | unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Williamson Fire Rescue | unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Everytown for Gun Safety | unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Ravinia Festival | unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Connections for the Homeless | unrestricted | $5,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | unrestricted | $5,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | unrestricted | $4,000 |
| DePaul University | unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Writers Theatre | unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Glencoe Family Service | unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Chicago Youth Centers | unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Illinois Policy Institute | unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Friends of Animals | unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Guide Dog Foundation | unrestricted | $2,000 |
| 3500rg | unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Center for Biological Diversity | unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Canine Companions | unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund | unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Humane Farming Assc | unrestricted | $2,000 |
| National Assc on Mental Illiness | unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Marine Ammal Center | unrestricted | $2,000 |
| National Disaster Search Dog Fnd | unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Performing Animal Welfare Society | unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Rain Forest Alliance | unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carolyn Myszkowski
- Mark Donnell
- Ann Onderdonk
- William Donnell
Questions people ask
Does Edward and Rose Donnell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward and Rose Donnell Foundation give?
$250,000 in tax year 2024, across 59 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Edward and Rose Donnell Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carolyn Myszkowski (Director), Mark Donnell (President), Ann Onderdonk (Secretary) and William Donnell (Treasurer).
What does Edward and Rose Donnell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and arts and culture.