Moeller Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Moeller Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $21,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $2,625 and the largest $3,500. 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$21,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$2,625
- Largest grant$3,500
- Assets$573,207
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $18,100 the year before.
13% of its 2025 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 | $8,500 | 6 | $474,734 |
| 2024 | $18,100 | 8 | $504,529 |
| 2025 | $21,000 | 8 | $573,207 |
How to apply
Moeller 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $12,250 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,750 |
| New York | 1 | $1,750 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Brain Tumor Association | General support | $3,500 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | General support | $3,500 |
| The Furniture Society | General support | $3,500 |
| Techaware | General support | $3,500 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | General support | $1,750 |
| Connecticut Childrens Medical Center Foundation | General support | $1,750 |
| Chicago Botanical Garden | General support | $1,750 |
| Wild Salmon Center | General support | $1,750 |
Officers and trustees
- Lloyd K Townsend III
- Jennifer B Townsend
- Carl W Moeller
- William F Moeller
- Kathryn Moeller
Questions people ask
Does Moeller Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Moeller Family Foundation give?
$21,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $2,625.
Who runs Moeller Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lloyd K Townsend III (Director/Secretary), Jennifer B Townsend (President), Carl W Moeller (Treasurer) and William F Moeller (Second Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.