Marguerite Listeman Fund
Preselected recipients only
Marguerite Listeman Fund is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $241,500 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $241,500 and the largest $241,500. 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$241,500
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$241,500
- Largest grant$241,500
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $202,500 the year before.
100% 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 | $204,700 | 16 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $202,500 | 18 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $241,500 | 1 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
Marguerite Listeman 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $241,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Attached | See attached | $241,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Northern Trust Company
- Benjamin Urlaub
- Wayne Gross
- Tim Voigt
- Tim Harvey
- Don Quicker
- Julie Smirk
Questions people ask
Does Marguerite Listeman Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marguerite Listeman Fund give?
$241,500 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $241,500.
Who runs Marguerite Listeman Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Northern Trust Company (Trustee), Benjamin Urlaub (Secretary), Wayne Gross (Advisor) and Tim Voigt (Chairman) among 7 officers and trustees.