Kemper Educational and Charitable Fund
Preselected recipients only
Kemper Educational and Charitable Fund is a private foundation in Winnetka, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $661,850 in 50 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $100,000. 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$661,850
- Number of grants50
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$12.0 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $566,021 the year before.
40% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $566,021 | 46 | $11.9 million |
| 2024 | $661,850 | 50 | $12.0 million |
How to apply
Kemper Educational and Charitable 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Kemper Educational and Charitable Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 33 | $597,100 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $25,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $15,400 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
| Wisconsin | 4 | $4,850 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,500 |
| California | 2 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Youth Centers | Support program | $100,000 |
| Cristo Rey St Martin College Prep | Support program | $75,000 |
| Revolution Workshop | Support program | $51,000 |
| Chicago Jesuit Academy | Support program | $50,500 |
| Chicago Public Library Foundation | Program support | $50,000 |
| Holy Family Ministries | Program support | $50,000 |
| Noble Network's Summer of A Lifetime | Program support | $40,000 |
| Bernie's Book Bank | Program support | $33,000 |
| Winnetka Community House | Program support | $27,500 |
| Mothers Trust Foundation | Support program | $26,500 |
| Communities in Schools Chicago | Support program | $25,000 |
| Josselyn Center | Program support | $25,000 |
| Wsia Education Foundation | Program support | $15,400 |
| Gamma Lota Sigma | Support program | $15,000 |
| Building Peaceful Bridges | Program support | $15,000 |
| Winnetka Congregational Church | Program support | $10,850 |
| Operation Warm | Program support | $10,000 |
| Crystal Community Ski Club | Program support | $10,000 |
| Iota Court Preservation Association | Program support | $4,000 |
| Winnetka-Northfield Rotary Charitable Fund | Program support | $2,800 |
| Winnetka Historical Society | Program support | $2,500 |
| Indian Hill Club Scholarship Foundation | Support program | $2,000 |
| Wolf Sanctuary | Program support | $2,000 |
| New Hampton School | Program support | $2,000 |
| National Ms Society | Program support | $1,500 |
| Connections for the Homeless | Program support | $1,500 |
| Family Service Center of Wilmette | Program support | $1,000 |
| Junior League of Evanston-North Shore | Program support | $1,000 |
| Wbez Chicago Public Media | Program support | $1,000 |
| Annika Foundation | Program support | $1,000 |
| Catch Is Community | Program support | $1,000 |
| NAMI Cook County North Suburban | Program support | $1,000 |
| Triad Golden Retriever Rescue | Program support | $1,000 |
| Crow Island Stewardship Group | Program support | $650 |
| Counseling Center of the North Shore | Support program | $500 |
| Jane Goodall Institute | Program support | $500 |
| New Trier Educational Foundation | Program support | $500 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | Program support | $500 |
| Wikimedia | Program support | $500 |
| American Heart Association | Program support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian van Cleave
- John van Cleave
- Katie Shook
- Lynn van Cleave
- Patti van Cleave
Questions people ask
Does Kemper Educational and Charitable Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kemper Educational and Charitable Fund give?
$661,850 in tax year 2024, across 50 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Kemper Educational and Charitable Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Brian van Cleave (Chairman), John van Cleave (Chairmen Emeritus), Katie Shook (Secretary) and Lynn van Cleave (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Kemper Educational and Charitable Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.