George Reed McNeill Animal Welfare Fund
Preselected recipients only
George Reed McNeill Animal Welfare Fund is a private foundation in Palos Heights, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $235,293 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $28,000 and the largest $36,000. 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$235,293
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$28,000
- Largest grant$36,000
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was down from $252,057 the year before.
22% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $317,239 | 11 | $6.6 million |
| 2023 | $252,057 | 10 | $7.2 million |
| 2024 | $235,293 | 9 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
George Reed McNeill Animal Welfare Fund 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 Reed McNeill Animal Welfare Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $208,650 |
| Indiana | 1 | $26,643 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois Horse Rescue of Will Count | General animal welfare | $36,000 |
| NAWS Humane Society | General animal welfare | $35,750 |
| Braveheart Animal Rescue | General animal welfare | $33,000 |
| The Center | General animal welfare | $30,250 |
| Save A Pet | General animal welfare | $28,000 |
| Paws For A Cause | General animal welfare | $26,666 |
| Estelle Marcus Animal Clinic | General animal welfare | $26,643 |
| Traveling Tails | General animal welfare | $16,500 |
| Paws Chicago | General animal welfare | $2,484 |
Officers and trustees
- Sharon Courtney
- Thomas F Courtney Sr
- Barbara Courtney
- Thomas F Courtney Jr
- Chris Courtney
Questions people ask
Does George Reed McNeill Animal Welfare Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does George Reed McNeill Animal Welfare Fund give?
$235,293 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $28,000.
Who runs George Reed McNeill Animal Welfare Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Sharon Courtney (President), Thomas F Courtney Sr (Treasurer), Barbara Courtney (Secretary) and Thomas F Courtney Jr (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does George Reed McNeill Animal Welfare Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.