Moller Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Moller Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $194,825 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $51,000. 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$194,825
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$51,000
- Assets$5.7 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $157,290 the year before.
30% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $227,914 | 25 | $0 |
| 2024 | $157,290 | 24 | $4.5 million |
| 2025 | $194,825 | 25 | $5.7 million |
How to apply
Moller 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 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 18 | $184,825 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Illinois Univeristy Founda | Same as organization 1 | $51,000 |
| Individual | Same as Organization 1 | $47,000 |
| Three Pillars Institute | Same as Organization 1 | $25,000 |
| Individual | Same as organization 1 | $20,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Illinois | Same as organization 1 | $10,000 |
| Individual | Same as Organization 1 | $5,000 |
| Individual | Same as Organization 1 | $5,000 |
| Individual | Same as organization 1 | $3,500 |
| Individual | Same as organization 1 | $2,500 |
| Individual | Same as organization 1 | $2,500 |
| Survivors Empowerment Center | Same as organization 1 | $2,500 |
| Individual | Same as Organization 1 | $2,500 |
| Woodlawn Community Food Pantry | Same as Organization 1 | $2,500 |
| Individual | Same as Organization 1 | $2,500 |
| Individual | Same as Organization 1. | $2,500 |
| Individual | Same as Organization 1 | $2,000 |
| Individual | Same as organization 1 | $1,500 |
| Tufts University | Same as organization 1 | $1,000 |
| Individual | Same as organization 1 | $1,000 |
| Individual | Same as organization 1 | $1,000 |
| Individual | Same as Organization 1 | $1,000 |
| Electonic Frontier Foundation | Same as Organization 1 | $1,000 |
| Pro Bono Lawyers Network | Same as Organization 1 | $1,000 |
| On the Rise Boston | Same as Organization 1 | $1,000 |
| Museum of Contemporary Art | Same as Organization 1 | $325 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott Moller
- Jack Moller
- Ana Moller
Questions people ask
Does Moller Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Moller Family Foundation give?
$194,825 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Moller Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Scott Moller (President), Jack Moller (Director) and Ana Moller (Director).