McWilliams Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
McWilliams Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $130,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $65,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$130,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$65,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $125,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $125,000 | 2 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $130,000 | 2 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
McWilliams 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 McWilliams Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $70,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| La Amistad Foundation - Lakewood Center | General purposes | $70,000 |
| Central Catholic High School | General purposes | $60,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anne McWilliams
- Debra McLaren
- Michael McWilliams
- Peter Shrift
Questions people ask
Does McWilliams Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McWilliams Family Foundation give?
$130,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $65,000.
Who runs McWilliams Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Anne McWilliams (President/Director), Debra McLaren (Vp/Director), Michael McWilliams (Director) and Peter Shrift (Director).
What does McWilliams Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.