Follett Educational Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Follett Educational Foundation is a private foundation in McHenry, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $475,919 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $100,000. 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$475,919
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$7.8 million
- New grantees94%
Giving in 2024 was up from $143,000 the year before.
94% 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 | $157,019 | 47 | $6.4 million |
| 2023 | $143,000 | 33 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $475,919 | 39 | $7.8 million |
How to apply
Follett Educational 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 Follett Educational Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $197,845 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100,000 |
| New Mexico | 8 | $58,884 |
| Colorado | 1 | $50,000 |
| Arizona | 3 | $16,682 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $7,500 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $7,424 |
| Alabama | 1 | $4,959 |
| California | 1 | $3,632 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dollywood Foundation | Charitable Grant | $100,000 |
| Oak Park River Forest Community Foundation | Education Grant | $75,000 |
| Colorado College | Education Grant | $50,000 |
| Friends of McHenry Community College | Education Grant | $50,000 |
| Loyola University Arrupe College | Education Grant | $50,000 |
| Hopi JrSr High School | Literacy Program | $16,377 |
| Shiwi Ts'Ana Elementary School | Literacy Program | $10,996 |
| Dzilth-Na-O-Dith-Hle School | Literacy Program | $10,155 |
| Blackwater Community School | Literacy Program | $9,439 |
| Atsa Biyaazh Community School | Literacy Program | $7,093 |
| Zuni Middle School | Literacy Program | $6,794 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $5,000 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $4,959 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $4,375 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $4,250 |
| Trickster Cultural Center | Literacy Program | $4,200 |
| Nay Ah Shing Bia School | Literacy Program | $4,174 |
| Haaku Community School | Literacy Program | $4,105 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $4,000 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $3,750 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $3,632 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $3,500 |
| Jeddito School | Education Grant | $3,493 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $3,250 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $3,250 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $3,250 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $3,250 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $3,250 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $3,000 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $3,000 |
| Individual | Eduation Grant | $3,000 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $3,000 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $2,750 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $2,000 |
| T'Siya Elementary Middle Sch | Literacy Program | $1,898 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $1,875 |
| Eufaula Dormitory | Literacy Program | $1,618 |
| Shiprock NW High School | Literacy Program | $1,466 |
| Individual | Education Grant | $770 |
Officers and trustees
- Britten Follett
- Keith O'Hara
- Christopher Traut
- Kevin Gacek
- Matthew Follett
- Kathy Paur
- Ramona Burns
- Monica Bussman
- Mark Litzinger
- Benjamin Traut
- Matthew Paur
- Dr Dylan O'Hara
Questions people ask
Does Follett Educational Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Follett Educational Foundation give?
$475,919 in tax year 2024, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs Follett Educational Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Britten Follett (Pres/Trustee), Keith O'Hara (Vice President), Christopher Traut (Trustee) and Kevin Gacek (Treasurer) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does Follett Educational Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.