John H Hart Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John H Hart Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.5 million in 41 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$10.9 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
32% 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 | $1.2 million | 51 | $12.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 49 | $11.7 million |
| 2025 | $1.5 million | 41 | $10.9 million |
How to apply
John H Hart 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 H Hart Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 22 | $1.4 million |
| New Mexico | 7 | $71,600 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 2 | $750 |
| Maryland | 2 | $750 |
| Virginia | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Jessica Fund | Charitable contribution | $200,000 |
| Lincoln Park Zoo | Charitable contribution | $180,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Charitable contribution | $150,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Charitable contribution | $135,000 |
| Chi Arts | Charitable contribution | $125,000 |
| Steppenwolf Theatre | Charitable contribution | $125,000 |
| Goodman Theatre | Charitable contribution | $100,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | Charitable contribution | $95,000 |
| Foundation for Hearing & Speech | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Merit School of Music | Charitable contribution | $50,000 |
| Museum of Contemporary Art | Charitable contribution | $50,000 |
| Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival | Charitable contribution | $45,100 |
| The Joffrey Ballet | Charitable contribution | $26,000 |
| Francis W Parker School | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Invest for Kids | Charitable | $25,000 |
| WTTW 11 WFMT | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| The Brearley School | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Charitable contribution | $12,000 |
| Friends of the Children | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Lyric Opera of Chicago | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Santa Fe Opera | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Think New Mexico | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Aspen Santa Fe Ballet | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Camperships for Nebagamon | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| New Mexico Community Trust | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
| Independence Pass Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Gallup Youth Sports Fund | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Musicians on Call | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Ambition Fund of the Arts Club of Chicago | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Paws for Purple Hearts | Charitable | $750 |
| JCC Foundation | Charitable | $600 |
| Cancer Foundation New Mexico | Charitable contribution | $500 |
| Foundation Fighting Blindness | Charitable | $500 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars | Charitable | $500 |
| Good Samaritan Family Resource Center | Charitable | $500 |
| Disabled Veterans National Foundati | Charitable | $250 |
| Chicago Sun Times Media | Charitable | $250 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | Charitable | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- John H Hart
- Carol Prins
- Ronald Schreiber
Questions people ask
Does John H Hart Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John H Hart Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2025, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs John H Hart Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John H Hart (Pres/Treas/Director), Carol Prins (Vice Pres/ Director) and Ronald Schreiber (Secretary/ Director).
What does John H Hart Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.