LAJCK Foundation
Preselected recipients only
LAJCK Foundation is a private foundation in Schaumburg, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $306,650 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,850. 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$306,650
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,850
- Assets$8.9 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $316,890 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $233,420 | 23 | $6.3 million |
| 2024 | $316,890 | 24 | $7.7 million |
| 2025 | $306,650 | 34 | $8.9 million |
How to apply
LAJCK 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 LAJCK Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 19 | $193,900 |
| Iowa | 5 | $38,000 |
| Kansas | 2 | $27,500 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $15,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $10,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $8,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $4,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Viator High School | Charitable | $50,850 |
| Holy Family Catholic Church | Charitable | $40,400 |
| Schaumburg Hoffman Estates Rotary Foundation | Charitable | $30,800 |
| Archbishop of Chicago | Charitable | $25,000 |
| St Benedict's Abbey | Charitable | $20,000 |
| St Joseph's Church | Charitable | $18,000 |
| Center for Healthcare Innovation | Charitable | $15,000 |
| University of Iowa Center for Advancement | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Duchesne Academy | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Pulse | Charitable | $10,000 |
| St Mary's College | Charitable | $8,000 |
| LBFE - Little Brothers-Friends of the Elderly | Charitable | $7,500 |
| The Lawrence Community Shelter | Charitable | $7,500 |
| AANE -The Asperger Autism Network | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Heifer International | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Journeys - The Road Home | Charitable | $5,000 |
| SUDS - Soldiers Undertaking Disabled Diving | Charitable | $5,000 |
| University of Chicago | Charitable | $5,000 |
| USA Boccia | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Clinton Community College | Charitable | $2,500 |
| HFS Chicago Scholars | Charitable | $2,500 |
| The Night Ministry | Charitable | $2,500 |
| TLC Pregnancy Services | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Orange Shoe Foundation | Charitable | $2,250 |
| Bricks of Hope | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Chicago Voyagers | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Mercy Home for Boys & Girls | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Michael S Delarco Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Street Samaritans | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Bloc | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Holy Archangels Parish | Charitable | $600 |
| Blank Children's Hospital - SHINE Program | Charitable | $250 |
| Mothers Milk Bank of the Western Great Lakes | Charitable | $250 |
| NCU at Gundersen Health System | Charitable | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Loren Trimble
- Anne Trimble
- Joshua Trimble
- Caleb Trimble
- Kelsey Trimble
Questions people ask
Does LAJCK Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does LAJCK Foundation give?
$306,650 in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs LAJCK Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Loren Trimble (President), Anne Trimble (Treasurer), Joshua Trimble (Director) and Caleb Trimble (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does LAJCK Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.