Enjoy A Better Life Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Enjoy A Better Life Foundation is a private foundation in Libertyville, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$32,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$607,836
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was up from $29,000 the year before.
5% 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 | $24,000 | 21 | $441,143 |
| 2024 | $29,000 | 20 | $527,838 |
| 2025 | $32,000 | 21 | $607,836 |
How to apply
Enjoy A Better Life 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 Enjoy A Better Life Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $18,250 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $3,250 |
| Virginia | 2 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $750 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Libertyville Covenant Church | General | $5,000 |
| Glasa | General | $2,250 |
| International Justice Team | General | $2,000 |
| Love Inc | General | $2,000 |
| Pads Lake County | General | $1,750 |
| American Cancer Society | General | $1,500 |
| Cristo Rey St Martin College | General | $1,500 |
| Feed My Starving Children | General | $1,500 |
| Jill's House | General | $1,500 |
| Northern Illinois Food Bank | General | $1,500 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | General | $1,500 |
| St Judes | General | $1,500 |
| Wounded Warrrior | General | $1,500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General | $1,250 |
| A Safe Place | General | $1,000 |
| American Parkinson's Disease Association | General | $1,000 |
| Global Leadership Network | General | $1,000 |
| The ALS Association | General | $1,000 |
| National Ms Society | General | $750 |
| Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation | General | $750 |
| Amp | General | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Roch Tranel
- Kathleen Tranel
- Eric Cima
Questions people ask
Does Enjoy A Better Life Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Enjoy A Better Life Foundation give?
$32,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Enjoy A Better Life Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Roch Tranel (President), Kathleen Tranel (Secretary) and Eric Cima (Director).
What does Enjoy A Better Life Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, international and youth programs.