Malinski Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Malinski Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lake Bluff, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $305,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$305,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was down from $324,150 the year before.
53% of its 2024 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 | $324,150 | 18 | $6.5 million |
| 2024 | $305,000 | 19 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
Malinski 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 Malinski Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 2 | $140,000 |
| Illinois | 13 | $115,000 |
| New York | 1 | $30,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Twin Lakes Rescue Squad | General Purpose | $80,000 |
| Aquanuts Water Shows Inc | General Purpose | $60,000 |
| PAWS Chicago | General Purpose | $30,000 |
| Tunnels to Towners Foundation | General Purpose | $30,000 |
| Illinois Club for Catholic Women | General Purpose | $20,000 |
| Mercy Home for Boys Girls | General Purpose | $15,500 |
| Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra | General Purpose | $15,000 |
| Ballet Palm Beach | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| The Bilgrav School Inc | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Nicklaus Children's Health Care Fou | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Benedictine Sisters of Chicago | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Fill A Heart 4 Kids | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Lake Forest High School Boosters Cl | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Equestrian Connection | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Have Dreams | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| St Mary of Perpetual Help | General Purpose | $2,000 |
| Chicago Horticultural Society | General Purpose | $1,800 |
| Connections for Abused Women Childr | General Purpose | $700 |
Officers and trustees
- Tamara Daniels Burke
- Erin Daniels McGould
- Drew A Daniels
- Todd S Daniels
Questions people ask
Does Malinski Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Malinski Family Foundation give?
$305,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Malinski Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Tamara Daniels Burke (President), Erin Daniels McGould (Director), Drew A Daniels (Treasurer) and Todd S Daniels (Director).
What does Malinski Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and education.