Frawley Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Frawley Family Foundation is a private foundation in Addison, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $259,420 in 40 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$259,420
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $201,500 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $150,950 | 30 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $201,500 | 31 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $259,420 | 40 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Frawley 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.
What Frawley Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 32 | $246,420 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 2 | $1,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Harbour | General operating | $70,000 |
| Holy Ghost | General operating | $51,000 |
| St Marys Church | Operating | $25,020 |
| St Isaac Jogues Church | Capital improvement | $20,500 |
| Ascension Illinois Foundation | Operating | $10,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Operating | $10,000 |
| The Benevolent Group | General operating | $7,000 |
| Blue Cap | General operating | $5,400 |
| Lurie Children's Hospital | General operating | $5,000 |
| Knights of Columbus #10325 | Operating | $5,000 |
| Cancer Kiss My Cooley | Operating | $5,000 |
| American Red Cross | Operating | $4,000 |
| Northern Illinois Bank | General operating | $3,500 |
| The Night Ministry | General operating | $3,500 |
| Marines for Tots | General operating | $2,500 |
| Hinsdale Community House | Operating | $2,500 |
| Wounded Warrier | Operating | $2,500 |
| Catholic Education Fund | Operating | $2,500 |
| First Book | General operating | $2,000 |
| The Bridge | General operating | $2,000 |
| Salvation Army | General operating | $2,000 |
| Parkinson's Foundation | Operating | $2,000 |
| Bellarmine Jesuit Retreat House | Operating | $2,000 |
| Dominican University Athletics | Operating | $2,000 |
| Misericordia | Operating | $1,500 |
| Sisters of Holy Cross | General operating | $1,000 |
| Off the Street Club | General operating | $1,000 |
| Big Shoulders Fund | General operating | $1,000 |
| American Parkinsons Association | General operating | $1,000 |
| JDRF International | Operating | $1,000 |
| Casa Kane | Operating | $1,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Operating | $1,000 |
| Ronald McDonald's House | General operating | $500 |
| Special Olympics-Chicago | General operating | $500 |
| The Harbour KPMG | General operating | $500 |
| Make A Wish Illinois | Operating | $500 |
| Global Down Syndrome | Operating | $500 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Operating | $500 |
| Paws | Operating | $500 |
| Shriners | Operating | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas R Frawley
- Mildred M Frawley
Questions people ask
Does Frawley Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frawley Family Foundation give?
$259,420 in tax year 2025, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Frawley Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas R Frawley (Trustee) and Mildred M Frawley (Trustee).
What does Frawley Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and human services.