John & Linda Anderson Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John & Linda Anderson Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Rockford, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $683,360 in 122 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $72,000. 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$683,360
- Number of grants122
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$72,000
- Assets$14.3 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was down from $721,596 the year before.
29% 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 | $721,596 | 95 | $13.5 million |
| 2024 | $683,360 | 122 | $14.3 million |
How to apply
John & Linda Anderson Charitable 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 John & Linda Anderson Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 48 | $320,600 |
| Wisconsin | 18 | $67,900 |
| Texas | 7 | $64,000 |
| Arizona | 4 | $58,000 |
| Florida | 12 | $51,060 |
| Virginia | 7 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 8 | $24,000 |
| New York | 4 | $20,300 |
| Washington | 3 | $15,000 |
| California | 4 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Anderson Japanese Gardens | Cultural | $72,000 |
| Anderson Japanese Gardens | Cultural | $60,000 |
| Salvation Army Winnebago County | Social welfare | $58,000 |
| Covenant Harbor | Social welfare | $25,000 |
| True the Vote Inc | Philanthropy | $25,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Philanthropy | $25,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Philanthropy | $25,000 |
| Anderson Japanese Gardens | Cultural | $20,000 |
| True the Vote Inc | Philanthropy | $20,000 |
| Young America's Foundation | Youth services | $14,000 |
| Pilchuck Glass School | Cultural | $12,000 |
| True the Vote Inc | Philanthropy | $10,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Veteran affairs | $10,000 |
| Woodson Center | Philanthropy | $10,000 |
| University of Illinois Foundation-Japan House | Education | $8,333 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes Collier County | Religion | $8,000 |
| NCH Center for Philanthropy | Medical research | $7,500 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes Northern Illinois | Religion | $6,000 |
| Independent Council on Women's Sports | Philanthropy | $6,000 |
| Naples Zoo | Conservation | $6,000 |
| Salvation Army Winnebago County | Social welfare | $6,000 |
| The Village School of Naples | Education | $6,000 |
| Conservancy of Southwest Florida | Conservation | $5,000 |
| Emergent Order Foundation Inc | Philanthropy | $5,000 |
| Faith Comes by Hearing | Religion | $5,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes Northern Illinois | Religion | $5,000 |
| Friends of Kishwauketoe | Conservation | $5,000 |
| Gulfshore Playhouse | Cultural | $5,000 |
| Illinois Policy Institute | Education | $5,000 |
| Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra | Cultural | $5,000 |
| Lake Geneva Youth Camp & Conference Center | Youth services | $5,000 |
| Rockford Rescue Mission | Social welfare | $5,000 |
| Rosecrance Foundation | Health services | $5,000 |
| Spiritual Overseers Service International | Religion | $5,000 |
| The Box Car Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Philanthropy | $5,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Philanthropy | $5,000 |
| University of Illinois Foundation Porter Fellowship Fund | Education | $5,000 |
| Young America's Foundation | Youth services | $5,000 |
| Operation Healing Forces | Veteran affairs | $4,260 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda Anderson
- John R Anderson
- Kristin L Pecora
- David Anderson
Questions people ask
Does John & Linda Anderson Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John & Linda Anderson Charitable Foundation give?
$683,360 in tax year 2024, across 122 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs John & Linda Anderson Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Linda Anderson (President & Director), John R Anderson (Vice Pres, Secretary & Dir), Kristin L Pecora (Treasurer & Director) and David Anderson (Director).
What does John & Linda Anderson Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and human services.