Good Heart Work Smart Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Good Heart Work Smart Foundation is a private foundation in Oak Park, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.8 million in 97 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants97
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was up from $713,600 the year before.
26% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $713,600 | 91 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 97 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Good Heart Work Smart 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 Good Heart Work Smart Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 84 | $1.6 million |
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $7,500 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $4,100 |
| New York | 2 | $3,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| OPRFHS Imagine Foundation | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $1.0 million |
| One Mind | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $100,000 |
| Beat the Streets Chicago | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $55,000 |
| Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $50,000 |
| The Neighborhood Bridge | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $50,000 |
| OPRF Community Foundation | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $31,000 |
| Dominican University | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $30,000 |
| Growing Community Media | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $28,000 |
| Opportunity Knocks | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $22,000 |
| Sarah's Inn | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $16,000 |
| Huskie Wrestling Family | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $15,000 |
| OPRFHS Football | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $15,000 |
| Collaboration for Early Childhood Care | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $11,000 |
| Maywood Fine Arts | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $11,000 |
| OPRF Infant Welfare Society | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $10,000 |
| Hephzibah Children's Association | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $10,000 |
| Wssra | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $10,000 |
| Beyond Hunger | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $10,000 |
| Thrive | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $10,000 |
| Housing Forward | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $10,000 |
| OPRFHS Huskie Boosters | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $10,000 |
| Amity School | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $10,000 |
| College Possible | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $10,000 |
| Gwendolyn Brooks PTO | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $8,897 |
| New Moms | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $8,500 |
| Julian Middle School | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $8,002 |
| Animal Care League | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $7,500 |
| Kan-Win | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $7,500 |
| Longfellow Elementary School PTO | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $6,012 |
| Holmes Elementary School PTO | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $5,313 |
| Openlands | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $5,000 |
| OPRFHS Field Hockey | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Children | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $5,000 |
| OPRFHS Best Buddies | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $5,000 |
| Race Conscious Dialogues | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $5,000 |
| Chicago Furniture Bank | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $5,000 |
| AIDS Foundation Chicago | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $5,000 |
| Kent State University | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $5,000 |
| LSU Veterinary Medicine | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $5,000 |
| Oak Park Festival Theatre | Exempt Purpose of Organization | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Jo J Hall-Schuler
- Stephen G Schuler
- Andrea G Schuler
- Ryan W Schuler
Questions people ask
Does Good Heart Work Smart Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Good Heart Work Smart Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2024, across 97 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Good Heart Work Smart Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary Jo J Hall-Schuler (President/Secretary), Stephen G Schuler (Vice President/Treasurer), Andrea G Schuler (Director) and Ryan W Schuler (Director).
What does Good Heart Work Smart Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and environment and conservation.