Lundstrom Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lundstrom Family Foundation is a private foundation in Arlington Heights, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $36,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $4,000. 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$36,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$420,651
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,000 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 | $13,950 | 14 | $289,980 |
| 2024 | $28,000 | 13 | $304,703 |
| 2025 | $36,000 | 16 | $420,651 |
How to apply
Lundstrom 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 Lundstrom Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 9 | $21,500 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $8,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $3,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marquette School of Business | Education | $4,000 |
| Northlight Theater | Arts | $3,500 |
| Writer's Theater | Arts | $3,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Betty Brinn Children's Museum | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Mercy Home for Boys and Girls | Charitable | $2,500 |
| ACLU Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Depaul Jazz Program | Arts | $2,000 |
| Heather Jacob Schaap Retreat Fund | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Misericordia Heart of Mercy | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Wheeling Township Food Pantry | Food shelter | $2,000 |
| Covenant Harbor Bible Camp | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Our Lady of the Lake Church | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Equity Arc | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Metropolis Theater | Arts | $1,000 |
| Ahml Foundation | Bookmobile | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Roger D Lundstrom
- Catherine J Lundstrom
Questions people ask
Does Lundstrom Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lundstrom Family Foundation give?
$36,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Lundstrom Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Roger D Lundstrom (Trustee) and Catherine J Lundstrom (Trustee).
What does Lundstrom Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and faith communities.