Glerum Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Glerum Family Foundation is a private foundation in Winnetka, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $413,133 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $158,483. 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$413,133
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$158,483
- Assets$215,144
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $642,250 the year before.
20% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $342,167 | 17 | $4.2 million |
| 2024 | $642,250 | 20 | $4.6 million |
| 2025 | $413,133 | 20 | $215,144 |
How to apply
Glerum Family 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 Glerum Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $218,483 |
| Illinois | 11 | $167,000 |
| Florida | 5 | $12,650 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Denison University Campaign | Fund operations of the organization | $158,483 |
| Denison Annual Fund | Fund operations of the organization | $60,000 |
| Glessner House | Fund operations of the organization | $30,000 |
| Griffin Museum of Science | Fund operations of the organization | $30,000 |
| Ravinia Festival Association | Fund operations of the organization | $30,000 |
| Civic Counseling Aliance | Fund operations of the organization | $25,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Fund operations of the organization | $25,000 |
| American Heart Association | Fund operations of the organization | $10,000 |
| 626 Landmark Foundation | Fund operations of the organization | $5,000 |
| Antiquarian Society | Fund operations of the organization | $5,000 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Fund operations of the organization | $5,000 |
| Boca Grande Health Clinic Foundation | Fund operations of the organization | $5,000 |
| Gicia | Fund operations of the organization | $5,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Fund operations of the organization | $5,000 |
| The Network Adcocating Against Domestic Violence | Fund operations of the organization | $5,000 |
| Undue Medical Debt | Fund operations of the organization | $5,000 |
| Indian Hill Scholarship | Fund operations of the organization | $2,000 |
| First Library Foundation | Fund operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| Our Lady of Mercy | Fund operations of the organization | $1,000 |
| The Island School Foundation | Fund operations of the organization | $650 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary E Glerum
- James T Glerum
- John R Glerum
- Elizabeth A Glerum
Questions people ask
Does Glerum Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Glerum Family Foundation give?
$413,133 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Glerum Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary E Glerum (President/Director), James T Glerum (Secretary/Treasurer/Director), John R Glerum (Vice President/Director) and Elizabeth A Glerum (Vice President/Director).
What does Glerum Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and human services.