Mary Lynne Hickey Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mary Lynne Hickey Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,600 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $450 and the largest $5,000. 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$10,600
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$450
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$362,550
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $710 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 | $8,280 | 8 | $284,512 |
| 2024 | $710 | 7 | $322,597 |
| 2025 | $10,600 | 12 | $362,550 |
How to apply
Mary Lynne Hickey 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 Mary Lynne Hickey Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $9,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 626 Landmark Foundation | General charitable | $5,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Northwestern Univ Kellogg PT Mba PR | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Over the Rainbow Association | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Lake Forest Open Lands Association | General charitable | $600 |
| Chicago Botanic Gardens | General charitable | $300 |
| Gold Coast Neighbors Association | General charitable | $200 |
| Holy Name Cathedral | General charitable | $200 |
| International Churchill Society | General charitable | $100 |
| Misericordia | General charitable | $100 |
| WTTW | General charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Lynne Hickey
Questions people ask
Does Mary Lynne Hickey Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mary Lynne Hickey Foundation give?
$10,600 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $450.
Who runs Mary Lynne Hickey Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Lynne Hickey (Trustee).
What does Mary Lynne Hickey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.