Monticello College Foundation
Accepts applications
Monticello College Foundation is a private foundation in Godfrey, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $574,952 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $11,718 and the largest $74,392. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$574,952
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$11,718
- Largest grant$74,392
- Assets$17.9 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2024 was down from $719,156 the year before.
4% 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 | $719,156 | 31 | $16.0 million |
| 2024 | $574,952 | 36 | $17.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Laura Shansey The Evergreens, Godfrey, IL 62035 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (618) 468-2370, lshansey@lc.edu |
| What to submit | An institution or organization which is tax-exempt and is not a private foundation may apply by submitting an outline of the project ir proposes. Preferably, the outline should not be longer than two typewritten pages and should contain the following: name of institution or organization; name, title, address and telephone number of chief executive officer and of person in charge of project; brief description of the project including: - an analysis of the need for funds and the proposed objective, personnel and financial resources available and/or required; - method to be used in realizing the proposed objective and length of time for completion. Signature of chief executive officer; in addition, the applicant should supply the following: one page description of the institution or organization, including a brief history and current factual data on finances, enrollment, endowments, etc.; documentation of tax-exempt status; fourteen (14) copies of all materials are required. (please do no |
| Deadlines | 9 |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Monticello College Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 13 | $266,688 |
| Missouri | 8 | $161,019 |
| Kentucky | 3 | $35,140 |
| Wisconsin | 4 | $31,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $28,534 |
| Iowa | 2 | $20,171 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $17,400 |
| Nebraska | 2 | $10,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lewis & Clark Community College | Scholarships | $74,392 |
| Washington University | Olin fellowships | $55,463 |
| Washington University | Olin fellowships | $45,085 |
| Illinois College | Scholarships for women | $35,323 |
| Newberry Library | Mcf fellow | $30,365 |
| Center for American Archeology | Women in archeology interns | $30,000 |
| Webster University | Cms scholarships | $25,471 |
| Peoria Playhouse Children's Museum | Museum education intern | $25,000 |
| Alice Lloyd College | Workshops for women | $20,140 |
| Vincent Gray Academy | Scholarships | $20,000 |
| Blackburn College | Scholarships/leadership awards | $19,949 |
| Wyman Center | Continuing education scholarships | $19,942 |
| Cornerstone University | Single mother scholarships | $18,378 |
| Regional Dance America | Choreography scholarships | $17,400 |
| Lawrence University | Summer research fellowships | $15,298 |
| University of Cumberlands | Student workshops | $14,598 |
| Beloit College | Science scholarships | $13,864 |
| University of Dubuque | Women in science research | $12,171 |
| Ranken Technical College | Community service scholarships | $11,264 |
| Interlochen Center for the Arts | Fine arts scholarships | $10,156 |
| Hyde Park School of Dance | Dance scholarships | $10,000 |
| Hastings College | Teacher education scholasrhips | $9,970 |
| Luther College | Scientific research scholarships | $8,000 |
| Lewis University | Scholarships in engineering | $7,500 |
| Midtown Metro Achievement Centers | Apprenticeship program | $7,500 |
| Hear Scholarship Foundation | Scholarships for continuing ed | $6,500 |
| Trine University | Engineering scholarships | $5,000 |
| Ranken Technical College | Community service scholarships | $3,080 |
| Beloit College | Science scholarships | $1,136 |
| Lawrence University | Summer research fellowships | $702 |
| Ranken Technical College | Community service scholarships | $656 |
| University of Cumberlands | Student workshops | $402 |
| Lewis & Clark Community College | Scholarships | $108 |
| Wyman Center | Continuing education scholarships | $58 |
| Blackburn College | Scholarships/leadership awards | $51 |
| Hastings College | Teacher education scholarships | $30 |
Officers and trustees
- Laura Shansey
- Christopher A Kreid
- Dianne P Saul
- George S Milnor II
- Sara L Anschuetz
- Karl K Hoagland Jr
- Janet Biermann
- Jenny Levis Sadow
- Mary Anschuetz Vogt
- Julie Jones Williams
- Linda Nevlin
- Elizabeth Brkich
- Robin Levis
- Bonnie Norman
- Sally Milnor Zyfers
Questions people ask
Does Monticello College Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: 9.
How much does Monticello College Foundation give?
$574,952 in tax year 2024, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $11,718.
Who runs Monticello College Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Laura Shansey (Executive Di), Christopher A Kreid (Chairman), Dianne P Saul (Secretary) and George S Milnor II (Treasurer) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Monticello College Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and arts and culture.