Gore Animal Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gore Animal Foundation is a private foundation in Elgin, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $700 and the largest $1,000. 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$5,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$700
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$66,219
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was down from $5,900 the year before.
14% 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 | $4,328 | 8 | $71,432 |
| 2024 | $5,900 | 7 | $71,419 |
| 2025 | $5,000 | 7 | $66,219 |
How to apply
Gore Animal 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 Gore Animal Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $4,300 |
| California | 1 | $700 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Paws Chicago | Care and preservation of animals | $1,000 |
| Anti-Cruelty Society | Care and preservation of animals | $700 |
| Brookfield Zoo | Care and preservation of animals | $700 |
| Orphans of the Storm | Care and preservation of animals | $700 |
| Save A Pet | Care and preservation of animals | $700 |
| Second Chances for Blind Dogs | Care and preservation of animals | $700 |
| Cures Within Reach | Care and preservation of animals | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jack H Gore
- Brooke Gore
Questions people ask
Does Gore Animal Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gore Animal Foundation give?
$5,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $700.
Who runs Gore Animal Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jack H Gore (President) and Brooke Gore (Treasurer).
What does Gore Animal Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.