McIntosh Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
McIntosh Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Kenilworth, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $350,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$350,000
- Assets$30.8 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
7% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.1 million | 18 | $22.7 million |
| 2023 | $1.2 million | 20 | $25.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 15 | $30.8 million |
How to apply
McIntosh Foundation Inc 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 McIntosh Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $1.2 million |
| New York | 2 | $125,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $40,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community of St Sabina Parish Chicago | Exempt purpose of organization | $350,000 |
| Chicago Jesuit Academy | Exempt purpose of organization | $300,000 |
| Archdiocese of Chicago | Exempt purpose of organization | $200,000 |
| Missionaries of Charity | Exempt purpose of organization | $100,000 |
| Cardinal's Big Shoulders Fund | Exempt purpose of organization | $75,000 |
| St Benedict the African Parish | Exempt purpose of organization | $50,000 |
| St Moses the Black Parish | Exempt purpose of organization | $50,000 |
| University of Illinois Chicago Foundation | Exempt purpose of organization | $50,000 |
| Catholic Extension Society | Exempt purpose of organization | $40,000 |
| Evanston YWCA | Exempt purpose of organization | $40,000 |
| Fairfield University | Exempt purpose of organization | $40,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Care Center | Exempt purpose of organization | $30,000 |
| Tulane University | Exempt purpose of organization | $30,000 |
| American Ballet Theatre | Exempt purpose of organization | $25,000 |
| Joffrey Ballet Company | Exempt purpose of organization | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William A McIntosh
- Julia A Smith
- Kathleen M Clarke
- Michael McIntosh
- David McIntosh
- Anne Atzeff
Questions people ask
Does McIntosh Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McIntosh Foundation Inc give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs McIntosh Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists William A McIntosh (Pres/Treas), Julia A Smith (Director), Kathleen M Clarke (Vp/Sec) and Michael McIntosh (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does McIntosh Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.