G Carl Ball Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
G Carl Ball Family Foundation is a private foundation in West Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.1 million in 44 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$4.1 million
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$39.9 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.4 million 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 | $3.4 million | 39 | $38.5 million |
| 2024 | $4.1 million | 44 | $39.9 million |
How to apply
G Carl Ball 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 G Carl Ball Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 33 | $3.4 million |
| Arizona | 1 | $300,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $195,000 |
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
| Vermont | 2 | $25,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $25,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA | Support operations | $2.0 million |
| Glenbard Spaulding Park | Support operations | $322,941 |
| Orme School | Support operations | $300,000 |
| BR Ryall YMCA | Support operations | $250,000 |
| Edith Farnsworth | Support operations | $210,000 |
| Morton Arboretum | Support operations | $181,000 |
| Seed Your Future | Support operations | $150,000 |
| Cal Poly | Support operations | $100,000 |
| College of Dupage Foundation | Support operations | $50,000 |
| Dupage Foundation | Support operations | $50,000 |
| Glen Ellyn Historical Society | Support operations | $50,000 |
| The Conservation Foundation | Support operations | $50,000 |
| Ahs | Support operations | $45,000 |
| Glen Ellyn 4th of July | Support operations | $25,000 |
| Dupage Foundation | Support operations | $25,000 |
| Friends of the Glen Ellyn Public Library | Support operations | $25,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Support operations | $25,000 |
| Oaks Recovery | Support operations | $25,000 |
| University of Illinois Foundation | Support operations | $20,000 |
| Friends of the Forest Preserve Dupage | Support operations | $20,000 |
| Kid's Gardening | Support operations | $15,000 |
| Educare of West Dupage | Support operations | $15,000 |
| Salvation Army | Support operations | $15,000 |
| Spaulding Park | Support operations | $10,925 |
| Mexican Cultural Center (Olmec Trails) | Support operations | $10,000 |
| Glen Ellyn Parks Foundation | Support operations | $10,000 |
| Dupage Senior Citizen Council | Support operations | $10,000 |
| Fabretto Children's Foundation | Support operations | $10,000 |
| Friends of Chicago River | Support operations | $10,000 |
| Friends of West Chicago Parks | Support operations | $10,000 |
| Kid's Gardening | Support operations | $10,000 |
| Openlands | Support operations | $10,000 |
| Montgomery Botanic Center | Support operations | $5,000 |
| First Congregational Church | Support operations | $5,000 |
| Glen Ellyn Volunteer Fire Department | Support operations | $5,000 |
| Glen Ellyn Youth and Family Counseling | Support operations | $5,000 |
| Ramsdell Theater | Support operations | $5,000 |
| Crisis Text Line | Support operations | $2,500 |
| St Charles Singers | Support operations | $2,500 |
| World Relief Dupage | Support operations | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Anna C Ball
- Susannah P Ball
- Jane Mann
Questions people ask
Does G Carl Ball Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does G Carl Ball Family Foundation give?
$4.1 million in tax year 2024, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs G Carl Ball Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Anna C Ball (Pres/Secr), Susannah P Ball (Vp/Treas) and Jane Mann (Director).
What does G Carl Ball Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and arts and culture.