Kuiper Charitable Tr
Preselected recipients only
Kuiper Charitable Tr is a private foundation in Grayslake, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.5 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $275,732 and the largest $551,462. 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$2.5 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$275,732
- Largest grant$551,462
- Assets$245,615
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $146,000 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 | $155,000 | 8 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $146,000 | 8 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $2.5 million | 8 | $245,615 |
How to apply
Kuiper Charitable Tr 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 Kuiper Charitable Tr funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 6 | $1.9 million |
| Illinois | 1 | $275,732 |
| Maryland | 1 | $275,732 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Josephs Carmelite Home | Religious | $551,462 |
| American Cancer Society | Medical research & support | $275,732 |
| Campagna Academy Inc | Health & community support | $275,732 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater North | Youth clubs | $275,732 |
| Humane Society of the Calumet Area | Animal care | $275,732 |
| Crossroads YMCA | Health & community support | $275,732 |
| Alzheimers Association | Medical research & support | $275,732 |
| YWCA Northwest Indiana | Health & community support | $275,732 |
Officers and trustees
- Wintrust Private Trust Company NA
Questions people ask
Does Kuiper Charitable Tr accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kuiper Charitable Tr give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $275,732.
Who runs Kuiper Charitable Tr?
Its 2025 filing lists Wintrust Private Trust Company NA (Trustee).
What does Kuiper Charitable Tr fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and science and research.