Eisenbrandt Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Eisenbrandt Family Foundation is a private foundation in Joliet, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.8 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $1.1 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.8 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $867,500 the year before.
31% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $215,000 | 7 | $453,463 |
| 2024 | $867,500 | 9 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.8 million | 13 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Eisenbrandt 2807 Brenton Court, Joliet, IL 60431 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (815) 823-4734, taxmangreg@comcast.net |
| What to submit | Request letter and supporting documentation |
| Deadlines | 07 01 |
| Restrictions | Primarily Will Kendall Grundy Cook counties |
What Eisenbrandt Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 1 | $1.1 million |
| Illinois | 11 | $663,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mayo Foundation | General donation | $1.1 million |
| Holy Family Catholic church | General Donation - Church | $250,000 |
| Plattville Lutheran Church | General donation - church | $100,000 |
| Troy Community Schools | General Donation - School | $78,000 |
| Luries Childrens Hosp Research Fund | General donation | $50,000 |
| University St Francis Nursing Found | General donation | $50,000 |
| Joliet Junior College Agricultural | General donation | $50,000 |
| Bradley Eusome Foundation | Donation | $30,000 |
| Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Center | General Donation - Church | $25,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | General Donation | $20,000 |
| Duke University | General Donation | $20,000 |
| Family Outreach Program | General Donation - Food Pantry | $5,000 |
| St Lukes Lutheran Church | General Donation - Church | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marianne Eisenbrandt
- Gregory Severson
- Herbert B Rosenberg
Questions people ask
Does Eisenbrandt Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: 07 01.
How much does Eisenbrandt Family Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Eisenbrandt Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marianne Eisenbrandt (Secretary), Gregory Severson (President) and Herbert B Rosenberg (Treasurer).
What does Eisenbrandt Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.