Edward & Wanda Jordan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edward & Wanda Jordan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $826,485 in 50 grants; the typical grant was $13,750 and the largest $74,885. 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$826,485
- Number of grants50
- Typical grant$13,750
- Largest grant$74,885
- Assets$18.5 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was up from $780,520 the year before.
53% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $568,472 | 46 | $14.7 million |
| 2023 | $780,520 | 37 | $17.3 million |
| 2024 | $826,485 | 50 | $18.5 million |
How to apply
Edward & Wanda Jordan 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Edward & Wanda Jordan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 41 | $579,100 |
| Virginia | 1 | $74,885 |
| Indiana | 3 | $57,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $55,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $20,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Veteran program | $74,885 |
| Individual | Childrens mental health education | $55,000 |
| Asp | Serving the social needs of people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities. | $50,000 |
| Asp | New training facility | $50,000 |
| Coalition for Home Repair | Operation support for local theatre | $35,000 |
| Individual | Poverty research affecting policy | $35,000 |
| Lake County Haven | Assistance for homeless women and children | $25,000 |
| Center for Concern | Provide housing to older adults | $25,000 |
| Des Plaines Community Foundation | Support programs for low income residents of des plaines | $25,000 |
| Casa Dupage County | Child advocate program | $20,000 |
| Individual | Lgtbq support | $20,000 |
| Casa Kane County | Child advocate program | $20,000 |
| Mercy Home for Boys | Provides childcare to homeless children | $20,000 |
| Andre House of Hospitality | Provides hospitality to the community | $20,000 |
| Center for Enriched Living | Des plaines community school district | $20,000 |
| Individual | $19,100 | |
| The Harbour | Safe housing for young childre | $15,000 |
| Covenant House | Housing meals for young homeless | $15,000 |
| Semper Fi Fund | Will morrissey memorial | $15,000 |
| University of ND Leo Poverty | Scientific evaluation methods to better underestand poverty interventions. | $15,000 |
| Center for Enriched Living | Des plaines community school district | $15,000 |
| Coalition for Home Repair | Home repair | $15,000 |
| Individual | Provides housing to the homeless | $15,000 |
| Journey Road Home | Homeless shelter for women and children | $15,000 |
| Outreach Community Ministries | Provides mentoring programs to youth | $15,000 |
| Neighborhood Food Pantries | Support for milk program for children | $12,500 |
| Kids Pantry | Provides gently used clothing to kids | $12,000 |
| Individual | Support for youth | $10,000 |
| Toys for Tots | Toys for low income families | $10,000 |
| Mothers Trust Foundation | Children's welfare | $10,000 |
| Alzheimers Society | Disease research | $10,000 |
| People's Resource Center | Food pantry for those in need | $10,000 |
| Neighborhood Food Pantries | Support for milk program for children | $10,000 |
| Glen House Food Pantry | Provides food to the community | $10,000 |
| Individual | Provides catholic formation to the community | $10,000 |
| Special Leisure Services Foundation | Provides recreation for child with disabilities | $10,000 |
| Individual | Education | $7,500 |
| Glen Ellyn Food Pantry | Food insecurity | $5,000 |
| BR Ryall YMCA | Basketball camp | $5,000 |
| Self Help Closet and Pantry of Des | Provides groceries and clothing | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rosemary Argus
- Robert Argus
- Deborah Duvair
- Dina Argus
- Paul Duvair
Questions people ask
Does Edward & Wanda Jordan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward & Wanda Jordan Family Foundation give?
$826,485 in tax year 2024, across 50 grants, with a typical grant of $13,750.
Who runs Edward & Wanda Jordan Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rosemary Argus (Director), Robert Argus (Director), Deborah Duvair (Director) and Dina Argus (Grant Reviewer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Edward & Wanda Jordan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, housing and homelessness and education.