Gianaras Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gianaras Foundation is a private foundation in Deerfield, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $138,350 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $16,700. 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$138,350
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$16,700
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $300,550 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $300,550 | 29 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $138,350 | 26 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Gianaras 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 Gianaras Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 19 | $92,700 |
| New York | 3 | $24,400 |
| Michigan | 2 | $15,000 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Little City Foundation | Charitable | $16,700 |
| National Hellenic Museum | Charitable | $15,200 |
| Archbishop Iakovos Leadership 100 Fund | Charitable | $14,000 |
| Alpha 4th of July | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Illinois State University | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Order of St Andrew the Apostle | Charitable | $9,400 |
| Ascension of Our Lord Greek Orthodox Church | Charitable | $6,500 |
| St Andrews Greek Orthodox Church | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Crystal Falls Contemporary Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Greek American Rehabilitation & Care Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Hellenic Bar Association | Charitable | $5,000 |
| St Norbert Catholic Church | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Williston State College Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Chicago Wolves Charities | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chi | Charitable | $3,500 |
| St Nectarios Greek Orthodox Church | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Hippocratic Cancer Research FDTN | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Grayslake Central High School | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church | Charitable | $1,300 |
| St Iakovos Retreat Center | Charitable | $1,250 |
| Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Hellenic American Academy | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Immaculate Conception | Charitable | $1,000 |
| St Demetrios | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Panhellenic Scholarship Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| St George Greek Orthodox Church | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Alexander A Gianaras
- Katherine A Starck
Questions people ask
Does Gianaras Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gianaras Foundation give?
$138,350 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Gianaras Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Alexander A Gianaras (President) and Katherine A Starck (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Gianaras Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.