La Chapelle Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
La Chapelle Family Foundation is a private foundation in Glencoe, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $116,272 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $55,000. 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$116,272
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was up from $65,281 the year before.
28% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $65,281 | 30 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $116,272 | 36 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
La Chapelle 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 La Chapelle Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 20 | $106,868 |
| New York | 5 | $3,000 |
| Colorado | 4 | $2,543 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,250 |
| California | 2 | $508 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $103 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Center for Independent Futures | Unrestricted | $55,000 |
| Nssra Foundation | Unrestricted | $26,520 |
| Collaboraction Theatre Co | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Able | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| National Alliance on Mental Illness | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Steamboat Adaptive Recreational Sports | Unrestricted | $1,033 |
| National Assn for Down Syndrome | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson Research | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Colorado Gives Organization | Unrestricted | $510 |
| American Red Cross | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Chicago Coalition for the Homeless | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Brennan Center | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Davis Phinney Foundation | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Meals on Wheels Chicago | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Parkinson Foundation | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Parkinson Association of the Rockies | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Princeton University | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Chicago Public Radio Wbez 915 | Unrestricted | $365 |
| Planned Parenthood | Unrestricted | $300 |
| The Trevor Project | Unrestricted | $258 |
| National Ms Society | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Salvation Army | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Deborah's Place | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Sierra Club | Unrestricted | $250 |
| The ALS Association | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Special Olympics | Unrestricted | $226 |
| Orchard Village | Unrestricted | $207 |
| Giordano Dance Chicago | Unrestricted | $200 |
| Deschutes Children's Foundation | Unrestrictedunrestricted | $103 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Chicago | Unrestricted | $100 |
| The Night Ministry | Unrestricted | $100 |
| WTTW | Unrestricted | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard J la Chapelle
- Dana E la Chapelle
Questions people ask
Does La Chapelle Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does La Chapelle Family Foundation give?
$116,272 in tax year 2024, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs La Chapelle Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard J la Chapelle (Trustee) and Dana E la Chapelle (Trustee).
What does La Chapelle Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and environment and conservation.