Horace Mann Educators Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Horace Mann Educators Foundation is a private foundation in Springfield, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $598,410 in 58 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$598,410
- Number of grants58
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$791,720
- New grantees90%
Giving in 2024 was up from $336,563 the year before.
90% 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 | $336,563 | 24 | $895,112 |
| 2024 | $598,410 | 58 | $791,720 |
How to apply
Horace Mann Educators 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 Horace Mann Educators Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 21 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $190,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $115,000 |
| New York | 2 | $50,000 |
| Texas | 8 | $49,500 |
| Wisconsin | 5 | $42,500 |
| California | 2 | $17,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $13,500 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $12,500 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $8,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Nea Foundation for the Improvement of Education | Education | $100,000 |
| United Way of Central Il | Social services | $100,000 |
| Springfield School District 186 | Education | $30,000 |
| Teach for America | Education | $30,000 |
| Central Il Foodbank | Social services | $20,000 |
| Donors Choose | Social services | $20,000 |
| Madison Public Schools Foundation | Education | $20,000 |
| Firefighter Cancer Support Network | Social services | $15,000 |
| Carrollton-Farmers Branch Isd | Education | $15,000 |
| University of Illinois Foundation | Education | $12,500 |
| Active Minds Inc | Social services | $10,000 |
| Fisk University | Social services | $10,000 |
| Risd Excellence in Education Foundation | Education | $10,000 |
| United Way of Dane Co | Social services | $10,000 |
| United Way of Metropolitan Dallas | Social services | $10,000 |
| Compass for Kids | Social services | $10,000 |
| Food Bank of South New Jersey | Social services | $8,000 |
| Lewiston Public Schools | Education | $7,500 |
| United Way of Greater Philadelphia | Social services | $6,000 |
| Childrens Hospital Medical Center | Social services | $5,000 |
| Manna Food Bank | Social services | $5,000 |
| Metrocrest Services | Social services | $5,000 |
| Occupaws Guide Dog Assoc | Social services | $5,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Social services | $5,000 |
| The Education Foundation of Baltimore | Education | $5,000 |
| The Outlet | Social services | $5,000 |
| Triton Elementary | Education | $5,000 |
| US Chamber of Commerce Foundation | Social services | $5,000 |
| Springfield Immigrant Advocacy Network Charitable Foundation | Social services | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warriors Family Support Inc | Social services | $5,000 |
| Armistead Gardens Elementary School | Education | $2,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane Co | Social services | $2,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star | Social services | $2,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Il | Social services | $2,500 |
| Blythe Street Elementary | Education | $2,500 |
| Chester Park Elementary School | Education | $2,500 |
| Eddy Middle School | Education | $2,500 |
| Franklin Regional Intermediate School PTO | Education | $2,500 |
| Hemingway Elementary | Education | $2,500 |
| Lincoln Elementary School | Education | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Marita Zuraitis
- Bret Conklin
- Donald Carley
- Ryan Greenier
- Jenny Thayer
- Jeremy Stuenkel
- Phil Kaufmann
- Susan Stone
- Troy Gayle
- Linea Michael
- Michelle Eccles
Questions people ask
Does Horace Mann Educators Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Horace Mann Educators Foundation give?
$598,410 in tax year 2024, across 58 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Horace Mann Educators Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marita Zuraitis (President), Bret Conklin (Treasurer), Donald Carley (Secretary) and Ryan Greenier (Officer) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Horace Mann Educators Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and youth programs.