Franklin Square Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Franklin Square Foundation is a private foundation in Evanston, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $222,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $35,000. 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$222,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $210,450 the year before.
57% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $210,450 | 10 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $222,500 | 14 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Franklin Square 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 Square Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $130,000 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $47,500 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights | Grant - technical assistance program | $35,000 |
| McGaw YMCA | Grant - men's residency program | $25,000 |
| Northlight Theatre | Grant - building campaign | $25,000 |
| The Wild Center | Grant - science & environmental prog | $20,000 |
| James B Moran Ctr Youth Advocacy | Grant- social & legal work svcs | $20,000 |
| Westfield Friends School | Grant - project based learning progr | $15,000 |
| Eths Foundation | Donation - evanston twp high sch | $15,000 |
| Heart to Heart | Grant- earth empathy program | $15,000 |
| Cool Learning Experience First Baptist Church | Grant - operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Amy's Kisses Foundation | Grant - domestic violence program | $10,000 |
| Rails to Trails Conservancy | Grant- il /great american rail trail | $10,000 |
| Wellspring Center for Prevention | Grans - pathways sch youth svc prog | $10,000 |
| Rainey Day College Foundation | Grant- dorthea atkins scholarship | $7,500 |
| Seekhealting | Grant - facilitate retreat | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jacqueline Quern
- Susannah Quern Pratt
- Margaret Quern Atkins
Questions people ask
Does Franklin Square Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Franklin Square Foundation give?
$222,500 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Franklin Square Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jacqueline Quern (Director), Susannah Quern Pratt (Director) and Margaret Quern Atkins (Director).
What does Franklin Square Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and education.