James P and Brenda S Grusecki Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James P and Brenda S Grusecki Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.2 million in 52 grants; the typical grant was $52,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$3.2 million
- Number of grants52
- Typical grant$52,500
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$33.5 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.8 million the year before.
31% of its 2025 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 | $1.5 million | 55 | $31.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 49 | $32.6 million |
| 2025 | $3.2 million | 52 | $33.5 million |
How to apply
James P and Brenda S Grusecki 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 James P and Brenda S Grusecki Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 42 | $3.0 million |
| Colorado | 2 | $80,000 |
| California | 5 | $65,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $50,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $12,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood of Illinois | General operating support & wellness | $250,000 |
| Barack Obama Foundation | General operations | $200,000 |
| Timeline Theatre | General operating support & wellness | $155,000 |
| Shattered Globe Theatre | General operations | $150,000 |
| Goodman Theatre | General operating support & wellness | $130,000 |
| Deborah's Place | General operating support & wellness | $100,000 |
| Lyric Opera of Chicago | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Porchlight Music Theatre | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Remy Bumppo | General operations | $100,000 |
| 826CHI | General operating support & wellness | $85,000 |
| Thresholds | General operating support & wellness | $85,000 |
| Chicago Foundation for Women | General operating support | $80,000 |
| American Library Association | General operations | $75,000 |
| Chicago Shakespeare Theater | General operating support | $75,000 |
| Golden Apple Foundation | General operating support & wellness | $75,000 |
| Wbezchicago Public Media | General operations | $75,000 |
| Wttwwfmt | General operations | $75,000 |
| La Casa Norte | General operating support & wellness | $70,000 |
| New Moms | General operating support & wellness | $70,000 |
| Midwest Access Coalition | General operating support & wellness | $65,000 |
| Repro TLC | General operating support & wellness | $65,000 |
| Breakthrough Urban Ministries | General operating support & wellness | $60,000 |
| Cara Collective | General operating support & wellness | $60,000 |
| Start Early | General operating support | $60,000 |
| Theatre Aspen | Season sponsorship | $60,000 |
| Ingenuity Incorporated Chicago | General operating support & wellness | $55,000 |
| American Blues Theater | General operations | $50,000 |
| Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago | General operating support & wellness | $50,000 |
| Chicago Jesuit Academy | General operating support & wellness | $50,000 |
| Chicago Public Library Foundation | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Little Black Pearl Workshop | General operating support & wellness | $50,000 |
| Lutheran Child & Family Services of Illinois | General operating support & wellness | $50,000 |
| Marwen | General operating support & wellness | $50,000 |
| Mikva Challenge Grant Foundation Inc | General operating support | $50,000 |
| New Teacher Center | Chicago and oak park programming | $50,000 |
| Panorama Global | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Thrive Counseling Center | General operating support | $40,000 |
| Children's Literacy Initiative | Chicago programming | $35,000 |
| American Wrtiers Museum | General operations | $25,000 |
| English in Action | General operating support & wellness | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James P Grusecki
- Brenda S Grusecki
- Robert D Tuerk
Questions people ask
Does James P and Brenda S Grusecki Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James P and Brenda S Grusecki Family Foundation give?
$3.2 million in tax year 2025, across 52 grants, with a typical grant of $52,500.
Who runs James P and Brenda S Grusecki Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James P Grusecki (Vp/Tres/Dir), Brenda S Grusecki (Pres/Sec/Dir) and Robert D Tuerk (Director).
What does James P and Brenda S Grusecki Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and education.