Gail Anita Flagler Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gail Anita Flagler Foundation is a private foundation in Oak Park, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $240,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$240,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $230,000 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $215,000 | 8 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $230,000 | 8 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $240,000 | 8 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Gail Anita Flagler 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 Gail Anita Flagler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $90,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $80,000 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Honoring our defenders, veterans, first responders, their famillies, and those in need | $50,000 |
| St Jude's Children's Research Hospital | Research costs for the children patients | $50,000 |
| WTTW | Funds for nature and animal programming | $50,000 |
| The Elephant Sanctuary | To help care for elephants | $30,000 |
| Watts of Love | Global travel fund | $20,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Funds for veteran programs and services | $20,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago | General donation fund | $10,000 |
| Infant Welfare | General donation fund | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Juanita Flagler
Questions people ask
Does Gail Anita Flagler Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gail Anita Flagler Foundation give?
$240,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Gail Anita Flagler Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Juanita Flagler (Trustee).
What does Gail Anita Flagler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly veterans and youth programs.