Hanson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hanson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $106,636 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $58,136. 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$106,636
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$58,136
- Assets$0
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was down from $113,970 the year before.
17% 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 | $113,970 | 19 | $547,012 |
| 2024 | $106,636 | 18 | $0 |
How to apply
Hanson 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 Hanson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 14 | $100,136 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grant Park Orchestra Assoc | Unrestricted | $58,136 |
| Nature Conservancy in Il | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Gulfshore Playhouse | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| All Chicago | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Entertainment Council Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| The Boulevard | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Connection for Homeless | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| La Casa Norte | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Npca | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Chicago Public Media | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Child Care Network | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Environmental Law and Policy Center | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Impact Behavior Health | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Institute for Clinical Social W | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Family Focus | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Lawg | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Peer Services | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Youth Jobs Center | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas R Hanson
- Nancy Hanson
- Bruce Hanson
- Brian Hanson
Questions people ask
Does Hanson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hanson Family Foundation give?
$106,636 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Hanson Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas R Hanson (Director), Nancy Hanson (Director), Bruce Hanson (Director) and Brian Hanson (Director).
What does Hanson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and youth programs.