Kavanaugh Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kavanaugh Family Foundation is a private foundation in Downers Grove, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $976,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$976,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$20.8 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $619,000 the year before.
14% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $619,000 | 14 | $16.3 million |
| 2024 | $976,000 | 24 | $20.8 million |
How to apply
Kavanaugh 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 Kavanaugh Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 21 | $920,000 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $56,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mother McAuley High School | Charitable | $60,000 |
| De La Salle Institute | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Mt Carmel High School | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Marian Catholic High School | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Marist High School | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Brother Rice High School | Charitable | $60,000 |
| St Rita of Cascia High School | Charitable | $60,000 |
| St Ignatius College Prep | Charitable | $50,000 |
| St Rita of Cascia High School | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Osf Healthcare Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Marian Catholic High School | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Mt Carmel High School | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Howard Young Foundation Inc | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Brother Rice High School | Charitable | $50,000 |
| De la Salle Institute | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Marist High School | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Mother McAuley High School | Charitable | $50,000 |
| St Vincent De PaulSt Catherine Pari | Contribution | $20,000 |
| St Ignatius College Prep | Charitable | $10,000 |
| San Miguel School | contribution | $10,000 |
| Howard Young Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| St Catherine Parish | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Osf Healthcare Foundation | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Lakeland Food Pantry CO Howard Youn | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David J Kavanaugh
- Mary Kavanaugh
- Kerry T Delgiudice
- David J Kavanaugh Jr
- Matthew C Kavanaugh
- Brendan C Kavanaugh
Questions people ask
Does Kavanaugh Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kavanaugh Family Foundation give?
$976,000 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Kavanaugh Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David J Kavanaugh (Director), Mary Kavanaugh (Director), Kerry T Delgiudice (President) and David J Kavanaugh Jr (Vice President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Kavanaugh Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.