Kelly Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kelly Foundation is a private foundation in Libertyville, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $606,600 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $606,600 and the largest $606,600. 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$606,600
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$606,600
- Largest grant$606,600
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $227,900 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $227,100 | 1 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $227,900 | 1 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $606,600 | 1 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Kelly 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $606,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Attached Statement of Contributions | General fund | $606,600 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul Kelly
- Michele Kelly
- Frederick M Lerner
Questions people ask
Does Kelly Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kelly Foundation give?
$606,600 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $606,600.
Who runs Kelly Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul Kelly (President), Michele Kelly (Secretary) and Frederick M Lerner (Director).