George E Richmond Foundation
Preselected recipients only
George E Richmond Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $32,500 and the largest $1.2 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$32,500
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$46.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $1.4 million | 9 | $42.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 4 | $46.1 million |
How to apply
George E Richmond 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What George E Richmond Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 3 | $1.3 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Chicago Medicine | Study the effects of oral health on systemic health | $1.2 million |
| University of Chicago | Cancer Pavilion | $40,000 |
| Santa Fe Group | Strategic Advisory Council | $25,000 |
| University of Chicago Medicine | Forefront | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Arthur L Herbst Jr
- Alfred E Brennan Jr
- Brian Bermer
- Richard Richmond
- Jamie H Swartout
Questions people ask
Does George E Richmond Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does George E Richmond Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $32,500.
Who runs George E Richmond Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Arthur L Herbst Jr (Co-President/Treasurer), Alfred E Brennan Jr (Co-President/Secretary), Brian Bermer (Director) and Richard Richmond (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does George E Richmond Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.