Gertrude A Barnett Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gertrude A Barnett Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $459,629 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $44,963 and the largest $89,925. 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$459,629
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$44,963
- Largest grant$89,925
- Assets$11.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $433,911 the year before.
0% 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 | $448,585 | 11 | $10.9 million |
| 2024 | $433,911 | 11 | $11.0 million |
| 2025 | $459,629 | 10 | $11.8 million |
How to apply
Gertrude A Barnett 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 Gertrude A Barnett Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 7 | $324,740 |
| Illinois | 2 | $89,926 |
| Montana | 1 | $44,963 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Miami | General support | $89,925 |
| Salvation Army | General support | $44,963 |
| Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches | General support | $44,963 |
| Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star | General support | $44,963 |
| Illinois Masonic Home | General support | $44,963 |
| Florence Fuller Children's Dev Center | General support | $44,963 |
| Miami Children's Hospital | General support | $44,963 |
| St Labre Indian School | General support | $44,963 |
| Florida United Methodist Children's Home | General support | $35,185 |
| United Methodist Church | General support | $19,778 |
Officers and trustees
- Northern Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Gertrude A Barnett Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gertrude A Barnett Foundation give?
$459,629 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $44,963.
Who runs Gertrude A Barnett Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Northern Trust Company (Trustee).
What does Gertrude A Barnett Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and faith communities.