James and Catherine Denny Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James and Catherine Denny Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 40 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$5.2 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was up from $746,378 the year before.
31% 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 | $746,378 | 29 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 40 | $5.2 million |
How to apply
James and Catherine Denny 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 James and Catherine Denny Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 35 | $1.3 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| DePaul College Prep | Unrestricted charitable gift | $250,000 |
| Catholic Extension | Unrestricted charitable gift | $247,848 |
| Chicago Jesuit Academy | Unrestricted charitable gift | $157,320 |
| Illinois Policy Institute | Unrestricted charitable gift | $125,000 |
| Adler Planetarium | Unrestricted charitable gift | $50,000 |
| Chicago Jesuit Academy | Unrestricted charitable gift | $30,097 |
| Chicago Jesuit Academy | Unrestricted charitable gift | $29,791 |
| Catholic Extension | Unrestricted charitable gift | $27,152 |
| Chicago Jesuit Academy | Unrestricted charitable gift | $26,350 |
| Saints Faith Hope & Charity | Unrestricted charitable gift | $25,500 |
| Clearbrook | Unrestricted charitable gift | $25,000 |
| Shirley Ryan AbilityLab | Unrestricted charitable gift | $25,000 |
| American Enterprise Institute | Unrestricted charitable gift | $25,000 |
| Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation | Unrestricted charitable gift | $25,000 |
| Academy for Urban School Leadership | Unrestricted charitable gift | $25,000 |
| Brain Research Foundation | Unrestricted charitable gift | $25,000 |
| Catholic Theological Union | Unrestricted charitable gift | $25,000 |
| Midtown Metro Achievement Centers | Unrestricted charitable gift | $25,000 |
| Teach for America | Unrestricted charitable gift | $25,000 |
| WTTW & WFMT | Unrestricted charitable gift | $25,000 |
| United Way of Metro Chicago | Unrestricted charitable gift | $25,000 |
| Lincoln Park Zoo | Unrestricted charitable gift | $20,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Martin Health Foundation | Unrestricted charitable gift | $15,000 |
| DePaul University | Unrestricted charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Lyric Opera of Chicago | Unrestricted charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Unrestricted charitable gift | $10,000 |
| United Way | Unrestricted charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Loyola University Chicago | Unrestricted charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Chicago Jesuit Academy | Unrestricted charitable gift | $6,442 |
| Hobe Sound Community Chest | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| The Ireland Funds America | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| The Field Museum | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Leo Catholic High School | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Chicago Council on Global Affairs | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| The Lumen Christi Institute | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Museum of Science & Industry | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Mundelein Seminary | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Metropolitan Planning Council | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Homan Square Community Center Foundation | Unrestricted charitable gift | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James M Denny
- Catherine M Denny
Questions people ask
Does James and Catherine Denny Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James and Catherine Denny Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs James and Catherine Denny Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James M Denny (Trustee/P/T) and Catherine M Denny (Trustee/P/T).
What does James and Catherine Denny Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and environment and conservation.