Franklin F Offner Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Franklin F Offner Foundation is a private foundation in Libertyville, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,408 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,255 and the largest $5,252. 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$27,408
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,255
- Largest grant$5,252
- Assets$718,482
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was down from $30,195 the year before.
75% 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 | $41,959 | 19 | $563,192 |
| 2024 | $30,195 | 13 | $639,165 |
| 2025 | $27,408 | 18 | $718,482 |
How to apply
Franklin F Offner 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 Franklin F Offner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $8,300 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,252 |
| New York | 3 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $2,450 |
| California | 2 | $2,156 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimers Disease Research | Drives innovative research worldwide to defeat Alzheimers disease and related dementias | $5,252 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Provide food for needy in chicago area | $3,153 |
| American Red Cross | Disaster relief | $3,000 |
| Northern Illinois Food Bank | Provide food for needy in northern illinois | $2,105 |
| Individual | Conservation programs. | $2,000 |
| Individual | Social services | $2,000 |
| Individual | To promote the charitable, benevolent, and philanthropic purposes of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America | $2,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | Works with community to protect civil rights | $1,500 |
| Individual | $1,500 | |
| Little Brothers Friends of the Poor | Social services. | $1,010 |
| Individual | Provide food to the needy. | $1,000 |
| Save the Children | Work internationally to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. | $1,000 |
| Individual | $500 | |
| 3 Lakes Community Fnd | Programs which protect the lakes and forests, support local schools, nonprofits, and local jobs | $450 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Cultural | $410 |
| Boystown | Helps at-risk youth and families through life-changing programs like residential care, counseling, crisis support, and community services. | $250 |
| San Diego Zoo | Animal conservation | $156 |
| WTTW Channel 11 | Social services | $122 |
Officers and trustees
- Alexandra Ponce de Leon
- Robin Offner
Questions people ask
Does Franklin F Offner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Franklin F Offner Foundation give?
$27,408 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,255.
Who runs Franklin F Offner Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alexandra Ponce de Leon (Trustee) and Robin Offner (Trustee).
What does Franklin F Offner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, food and hunger and health.