Ernest S & Sally Micek Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ernest S & Sally Micek Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $722,129 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $180,532 and the largest $180,533. 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$722,129
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$180,532
- Largest grant$180,533
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $40,000 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $40,000 | 17 | $697,539 |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 17 | $719,924 |
| 2025 | $722,129 | 4 | $0 |
How to apply
Ernest S & Sally Micek 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $361,064 |
| Indiana | 1 | $180,533 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $180,532 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ernest and Sally Micek Family Charitable Fund | Unrestricted charitable gift | $180,533 |
| Jennifer J Micek Charitable Fund | Unrestriced charitable gift | $180,532 |
| Stephanie Luetkehans Charitable Fund in Memory of Ernest and Sally Micek | Unrestricted charitable gift | $180,532 |
| The Scott F Micek Charitable Fund in Memory of Ernest Micek | Unrestricted charitable gift | $180,532 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephanie J Luetkehans
- Scott F Micek
- Jennifer J Micek
- Mollie P Preston
Questions people ask
Does Ernest S & Sally Micek Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ernest S & Sally Micek Family Foundation give?
$722,129 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $180,532.
Who runs Ernest S & Sally Micek Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephanie J Luetkehans (President/Director), Scott F Micek (Secretary/Treasurer), Jennifer J Micek (Co-Vice President) and Mollie P Preston (Co-Vice President).