Garm Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Garm Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $94,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $13,000. 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$94,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$13,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $84,312 the year before.
17% 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 | $73,500 | 15 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $84,312 | 15 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $94,500 | 18 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Garm 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 Garm Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 9 | $56,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $10,000 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $9,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $7,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grace Place for Children and Families | To the bright beginnings | $13,000 |
| The Salvation Army of Naples | For summer camp and | $11,000 |
| The Shelter for Abused Women | After school care program | $8,000 |
| Bates College | General support | $7,000 |
| Catholic Charities | For the family counseling | $6,000 |
| Valerie's House | General support | $5,000 |
| Chinese Family Camp | General support | $5,000 |
| Kremples Center | Scholarships for brain | $5,000 |
| Pine Street Inn | General support | $5,000 |
| Rosie's Place | General support | $5,000 |
| Connecticut College | Class of 1967 scholars fund | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Collier County | General support | $5,000 |
| Common Man for Ukraine | General support | $4,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida | General support | $3,000 |
| Guadalupe Center Inc | Back to school shoes | $3,000 |
| Florida Center for Government Accountability | General support | $2,000 |
| League of Women Voters | General support | $2,000 |
| The Workers Circle | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Christine St Jean
- Justin St Jean
- Dr Nicole St Jean
Questions people ask
Does Garm Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Garm Foundation give?
$94,500 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Garm Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christine St Jean (President), Justin St Jean (Director) and Dr Nicole St Jean (Director).
What does Garm Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and education.