John Roach Trust Fund
Preselected recipients only
John Roach Trust Fund is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $479,430 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $34,245 and the largest $34,245. 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$479,430
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$34,245
- Largest grant$34,245
- Assets$12.3 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was up from $439,726 the year before.
7% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $492,758 | 14 | $10.1 million |
| 2023 | $439,726 | 14 | $11.5 million |
| 2024 | $479,430 | 14 | $12.3 million |
How to apply
John Roach Trust Fund 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 Roach Trust Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $342,450 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $34,245 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $34,245 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $34,245 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $34,245 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Williams College | General | $34,245 |
| Lighthouse International | General | $34,245 |
| United Hospital Fund | General | $34,245 |
| Fresh Air Fund | General | $34,245 |
| The Servants of Relief for Incurable Cancer | General | $34,245 |
| Visiting Nurse Assoc of New York | General | $34,245 |
| Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York | General | $34,245 |
| Children's Aid Society Development Operations | General | $34,245 |
| Federation of Protestant Welfare Agency | General | $34,245 |
| The Salvation Army | General | $34,245 |
| The New York Times Neediest Cases | General | $34,245 |
| Princeton University | General | $34,245 |
| United Jewish Appeal Federation | General | $34,245 |
| American National Red Cross | General | $34,245 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does John Roach Trust Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John Roach Trust Fund give?
$479,430 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $34,245.
Who runs John Roach Trust Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee).
What does John Roach Trust Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and faith communities.