George and June Block Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
George and June Block Family Foundation is a private foundation in Harwood Heights, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $838,750 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$838,750
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$17.2 million
- New grantees3%
Giving in 2025 was up from $800,000 the year before.
3% 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 | $750,000 | 41 | $15.5 million |
| 2024 | $800,000 | 40 | $15.8 million |
| 2025 | $838,750 | 37 | $17.2 million |
How to apply
George and June Block 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 George and June Block Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 18 | $601,000 |
| Idaho | 8 | $71,250 |
| California | 1 | $40,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $30,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $25,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $22,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Community Hospital | Pancreatic cancer center year 1 of 7 | $500,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | General purpose | $40,000 |
| Dravet Syndrome Foundation | Dance for dravet gold sponsor | $30,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Pledge year 5 of 5 | $25,000 |
| Gilda's Club | Annual fund | $25,000 |
| Middlebury College | The basalt fund - year 2 of 5 | $25,000 |
| St Lukes Wood River Foundation | Annual gift | $15,000 |
| Wood River Community YMCA | Donation | $15,000 |
| University Liggett School | Annual fund | $12,500 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Annual giving | $10,000 |
| Higher Ground | Annual fund | $10,000 |
| Pettit National Ice Center | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Riseline Carbon Foundation | General purpose | $10,000 |
| St Malachy School | Annual gift | $10,000 |
| The Senior Connection | Annual giving campaign | $10,000 |
| World Cup Dreams Foundation | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Grand chefs event | $5,500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Boots on the Court | Tennis programs for military families | $5,000 |
| Chicago Coalition for the Homeless | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| Hadley Institute for the Blind | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| La Rabida Children's Hospital | General fund | $5,000 |
| Mercy Home for Boys and Girls | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Rolfe Pancreatic Cancer Foundation | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Saint Mary's College | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Annual gift | $5,000 |
| Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation | General purpose | $5,000 |
| The Boulevard of Chicago | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| West Deerfield Township Food Pantry | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Wood River Community YMCA | Ymca classic | $3,750 |
| Wayne State University | Men and women's tennis programs | $3,000 |
| Ketchum Sun Valley Volunteer Firefighters | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| YMCA Metropolitan Chicago | General fund | $2,500 |
| Disabled American Vets | General fund | $1,000 |
| Grass Lake Cemetery | Gift | $1,000 |
| Olive Branch Mission | Annual gift | $1,000 |
| Town of Maine Cemetery | Gift | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara Block Vanderkloot
- Mathew Vanderkloot
- John Vanderkloot
- George Vanderkloot
- David Vanderkloot
- Elizabeth Vanderkloot
Questions people ask
Does George and June Block Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does George and June Block Family Foundation give?
$838,750 in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs George and June Block Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Barbara Block Vanderkloot (President/Sec/Dir), Mathew Vanderkloot (Treasurer/Dir), John Vanderkloot (Vice President/Dir) and George Vanderkloot (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does George and June Block Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and environment and conservation.