Gary A Hansberger Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gary A Hansberger Foundation is a private foundation in Big Rock, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.0 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $1.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2.0 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was up from $837,000 the year before.
54% of its 2025 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 | $821,200 | 8 | $740,759 |
| 2024 | $837,000 | 9 | $4.7 million |
| 2025 | $2.0 million | 13 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Gary A Hansberger 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 Gary A Hansberger Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $1.6 million |
| Illinois | 4 | $165,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $100,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $100,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Coachella Valley Youth Golf Foundation | Community outreach | $1.0 million |
| First Tee of the Coachella Valley | Community outreach | $320,000 |
| Dr Yomi Desert Classic Foundation | Community outreach | $300,000 |
| Cdga Foundation | Community outreach | $100,000 |
| Pga Tour First Tee Foundation | Community outreach | $100,000 |
| The Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | Community outreach | $100,000 |
| Kids Golf Fdn | Community outreach | $40,000 |
| Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation | Community outreach | $15,000 |
| Diamond Willow Ministries | Community outreach | $10,000 |
| Il Pga Foundation | Community outreach | $10,000 |
| American Friends of Our Armed Forces | Community outreach | $3,160 |
| Cpga Foundation | Community outreach | $3,000 |
| Mended Hearts of Coachella Valley | Community outreach | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary A Hansberger
- Dianne Arwood
- Gary E Kemnitz
Questions people ask
Does Gary A Hansberger Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gary A Hansberger Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Gary A Hansberger Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary A Hansberger (President), Dianne Arwood (Treasurer) and Gary E Kemnitz (Director).
What does Gary A Hansberger Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.