Lundbeck US Charitable Fund
Preselected recipients only
Lundbeck US Charitable Fund is a private foundation in Deerfield, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.6 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $42,400 and the largest $700,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$42,400
- Largest grant$700,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $3.7 million 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 | $2.6 million | 22 | $8.6 million |
| 2024 | $3.7 million | 18 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.6 million | 12 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
Lundbeck US 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.
What Lundbeck US Charitable Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $1.2 million |
| New Jersey | 1 | $319,500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $100,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $34,800 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rush University Medical Center | Improve health of individuals and communities we serve | $700,000 |
| American Headache Society | Dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by migraine and other headache disorders through research, education, and advocacy. | $319,500 |
| Erie Family Health Centers | Provide fast access to wraparound services for food, transportation, housing, employment and substance abuse treatment programs. | $250,000 |
| National Headache Foundation | Enhance the lives of people living with migraine disease and headache disorders | $100,000 |
| Rare Epilepsy Network | Dedicated to improving outcomes for people with rare epilepsies through research, education, advocacy, and patient-centered support. | $100,000 |
| Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance | To improve the lives of people living with mood disorders by providing hope, help,education, and support | $50,000 |
| Kellie Hotz K Hotz Consulting Inc | Unrestricted | $34,800 |
| Danny Did Foundation | Dedicated to preventing deaths caused by seizures and raising awareness about epilepsy and sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (sudep). | $30,000 |
| Phrma Foundation | Provide hope, help, support and education to improve the lives of people who have mood disorders. | $25,000 |
| Hidden Truths Project | Uses the arts to raise awareness about epilepsy and empower individuals with visible and invisible disabilities. | $25,000 |
| Family Service Center | Program support for individuals mental wellbeing | $5,000 |
| NAMI National | Dedicated to advocacy, education, support, and raising awareness for individuals and families affected by mental illness. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Molly Poarch
- John Messina
- Thomas Forrester
- Tamara Cain
- John Spinnato
Questions people ask
Does Lundbeck US Charitable Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lundbeck US Charitable Fund give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $42,400.
Who runs Lundbeck US Charitable Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Molly Poarch (President), John Messina (Vice President), Thomas Forrester (Secretary) and Tamara Cain (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Lundbeck US Charitable Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.