Lynne Cooper Harvey Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lynne Cooper Harvey Foundation is a private foundation in River Forest, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $718,500 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$718,500
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$16.2 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $600,600 the year before.
14% of its 2024 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 | $600,600 | 24 | $15.3 million |
| 2024 | $718,500 | 28 | $16.2 million |
How to apply
Lynne Cooper Harvey 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 Lynne Cooper Harvey Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 9 | $192,500 |
| New York | 4 | $175,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $170,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $45,000 |
| California | 2 | $25,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $25,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $25,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $15,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Feltsman Piano Foundation Ltd | Provide grants and scholarships to promising and gifted piano students | $100,000 |
| Peta | Animal protection and welfare | $100,000 |
| Animal Care League | Animal protection and welfare | $50,000 |
| Farm Sanctuary | Animal protection and welfare | $50,000 |
| PAWS Chicago | Animal protection and welfare | $50,000 |
| Operation Blessing International | Disaster relief, medical aid, community development, hunger relief, etc. | $40,000 |
| Oracle Piano Society | Educating the public on the subject of classical piano | $35,000 |
| Frieds Cat Shelter | Animal protection and welfare | $25,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Education | $25,000 |
| John Brown University | Education | $20,000 |
| Musicians Club of Women | Promote music education and establish a music library | $17,500 |
| Angels of Assisi | Animal welfare and protection | $15,000 |
| Animal Rescue Inc | Animal protection and welfare | $15,000 |
| Cats Cradle of the Shenandoah Valle | Animal protection and welfare | $15,000 |
| Fund for Animals | Animal protection and welfare | $15,000 |
| Performing Animal Welfare Society | Animal protection and welfare | $15,000 |
| Save-A-Pet | Animal protection and welfare | $15,000 |
| Tree House Humane Society | Animal protection and welfare | $15,000 |
| 600 Million Stray Dogs | Animal welfare and protection | $15,000 |
| Mystery Meadows | Animal protection and welfare | $15,000 |
| Arizona Humane Society | Animal protection and welfare | $10,000 |
| CatNap From the Heart | Animal protection and welfare | $10,000 |
| Felines Canines | Animal protection and welfare | $10,000 |
| Mike Rowe Works Foundation | Supports and encourages education and/or careers in the skilled trades | $10,000 |
| On Angels' Wings | Animal protection and welfare | $10,000 |
| Rolling Dog Farm | Animal protection and welfare | $10,000 |
| Wolf Conservation Center | Animal protection and welfare | $10,000 |
| St Jude's Children Research Hospita | Medical research | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul H Aurandt II
- Dina Kinnan
Questions people ask
Does Lynne Cooper Harvey Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lynne Cooper Harvey Foundation give?
$718,500 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Lynne Cooper Harvey Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Paul H Aurandt II (President) and Dina Kinnan (Secretary).
What does Lynne Cooper Harvey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and health.