Ineke and Gordon Phillips Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ineke and Gordon Phillips Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $14,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $7,000. 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$14,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$322,361
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $14,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $0 | 0 | $279,657 |
| 2024 | $14,000 | 2 | $310,394 |
| 2025 | $14,000 | 2 | $322,361 |
How to apply
Ineke and Gordon Phillips 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 Ineke and Gordon Phillips Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $14,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Botanic Garden | General use of charity | $7,000 |
| Lincoln Park Zoo | General use of charity. | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ineke Phillips
- Rebecca Wallenfelsz
- John Luchristt
- Lauran Stevenson
Questions people ask
Does Ineke and Gordon Phillips Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ineke and Gordon Phillips Foundation give?
$14,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs Ineke and Gordon Phillips Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ineke Phillips (President), Rebecca Wallenfelsz (Vice President, Treasurer), John Luchristt (Secretary) and Lauran Stevenson (President, Treasurer, Secretary).
What does Ineke and Gordon Phillips Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and animals.