George F Moss Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
George F Moss Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.5 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $8,980 and the largest $1.3 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$8,980
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$20.5 million
- New grantees69%
Giving in 2025 was up from $202,500 the year before.
69% 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 | $1.3 million | 12 | $18.3 million |
| 2024 | $202,500 | 10 | $19.8 million |
| 2025 | $1.5 million | 16 | $20.5 million |
How to apply
George F Moss Foundation Trust 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 F Moss Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 16 | $1.5 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Afar Inc | Universal park and | $1.3 million |
| Milwaukee Area Technical College Foundation Inc | General | $60,000 |
| United Way of Greater Milwaukee Inc | General | $40,000 |
| Milwaukee Rescue Mission | Meals and shelter for | $25,000 |
| Walter Schroeder Aquatic Center Ltd | Learn to swim program | $20,000 |
| Hunger Task Force Inc | General | $15,000 |
| Wellpoint Care Network | General | $10,000 |
| Einstein Project | General | $9,720 |
| Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County Inc | General | $8,240 |
| Kathys House Inc | General | $7,500 |
| Beyond Vision Inc | General | $5,000 |
| Ex Fabula Inc | General | $5,000 |
| Silver Spring Neighborhood Center Inc | General | $5,000 |
| Vivent Health Inc | General | $5,000 |
| Ray of Hope for Ovarian Cancer Cure Inc | Ray of hope run | $4,000 |
| Adoption Choice Inc | General | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
- Laura Petrie
Questions people ask
Does George F Moss Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does George F Moss Foundation Trust give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $8,980.
Who runs George F Moss Foundation Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee) and Laura Petrie (Co-Trustee).
What does George F Moss Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger and health.