Geraldine & Roland Ford Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Geraldine & Roland Ford Foundation is a private foundation in Lake Forest, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $82,250 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $51,000. 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$82,250
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$51,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $75,250 the year before.
10% 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 | $89,000 | 9 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $75,250 | 12 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $82,250 | 10 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Geraldine & Roland Ford 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 Geraldine & Roland Ford Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 2 | $52,000 |
| Illinois | 6 | $27,250 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Epworth Church Association | General unrestricted use | $51,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | General unrestricted use | $16,500 |
| Saint Andrew School | General unrestricted use | $5,000 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | General unrestricted use | $3,500 |
| Samaritans Purse | General unrestricted use | $2,000 |
| Gorton Community Center | General unrestricted use | $1,000 |
| Michigan State University | General unrestricted use | $1,000 |
| Moorings Presbyerian Church | General unrestricted use | $1,000 |
| Reading Power | General unrestricted use | $1,000 |
| Lake County Community Foundation | General unrestricted use | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Geraldine Ford
- Bethany F Jones
Questions people ask
Does Geraldine & Roland Ford Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Geraldine & Roland Ford Foundation give?
$82,250 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Geraldine & Roland Ford Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Geraldine Ford (President) and Bethany F Jones (Treasurer).
What does Geraldine & Roland Ford Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and community development.