Ferguson Young Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ferguson Young Foundation is a private foundation in Hinsdale, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $11,000. 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$45,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$11,000
- Assets$422,321
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $398,434 |
| 2025 | $45,000 | 16 | $422,321 |
How to apply
Ferguson Young 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 Ferguson Young Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $24,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $4,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $1,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| College of Dupage Foundation | General operating support for educational programs. | $11,000 |
| University of Minnesota | General operating support for educational programs. | $5,000 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | General operating support for educational programs. | $5,000 |
| Morton Arboretum | General operating support for the organization's educational and research programs. | $5,000 |
| Berkeley Law School | General operating support for educational programs. | $3,000 |
| Chicago Public Media | General operating support for the organization's promotion of local journalism. | $3,000 |
| National Public Radio | General operating support for the organization's media activities. | $3,000 |
| Harvard College | General operating support for educational programs. | $2,000 |
| McCormick Foundation | General operating support for charitable activity and community building programs. | $1,000 |
| Morton Arboretum | General operating support for the organization's educational and research programs. | $1,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | General operating support for the organization's charitable activities. | $1,000 |
| Thoracic Surgery Foundation | General operating support for organization's promotion of medical research. | $1,000 |
| Thurgood Marshall Fund | General operating support for the funds' scholarship programs. | $1,000 |
| Pacific Whale Foundation | General operating support for the organization's research and educational programs. | $1,000 |
| Morton Arboretum | General operating support for the organization's educational and research programs. | $1,000 |
| University of Michigan | General operating support for educational programs. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark K Ferguson
- Phyllis M Young
- Benjamin D Ferguson
Questions people ask
Does Ferguson Young Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ferguson Young Foundation give?
$45,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Ferguson Young Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark K Ferguson (Director), Phyllis M Young (Director) and Benjamin D Ferguson (Director).
What does Ferguson Young Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and environment and conservation.