Neil & Ginny Gerald Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Neil & Ginny Gerald Family Foundation is a private foundation in North Aurora, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $267,999 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $115,000. 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$267,999
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$115,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was down from $321,048 the year before.
39% of its 2024 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 | $321,048 | 28 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $267,999 | 34 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Neil & Ginny Gerald 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 Neil & Ginny Gerald Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 29 | $257,499 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Institute for Community | Donation to casa de luz | $115,000 |
| Paramount Arts Centre Inc | Riveredge park sponsorship fund | $25,000 |
| Feed My Starving Children | Sponsorship for mobile pack | $20,000 |
| Naperville Salute Charitable Organization | Main stage co-sponsorship for fundraising event | $12,500 |
| Public Action to Deliver Shelter Inc DBA Hesed House | Subaru share the love matching donation | $11,246 |
| National Institute for Community | "share the love" donation to casa de luz | $9,953 |
| Arranmore Arts | Cab cab & cab cab for a cure sponsorships | $5,000 |
| Families Helping Families of Illinois | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Healthnetwork Foundation | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Naperville Education Foundation | Building a passion gold key sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Naperville Sunrise Foundation | Sponsorship for 2024 rotary naperlights | $5,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Nm walk & 5k donation | $5,000 |
| Turning Pointe Autism Foundation | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Matteson Youth Athletic Association | Youth athletics | $4,500 |
| Arranmore Arts | General operating support | $3,500 |
| Yorkville Endurance Inc | 2024 yorkville high school cross country season | $3,500 |
| Edward Foundation | General operating support | $2,500 |
| Bridge Communities Inc | General operating support | $2,500 |
| Friends of Youth Baseball of Richton Park | General operating support | $2,500 |
| Pet Parade Charities | Premier act sponsorship | $2,500 |
| The Andrew Weishar Foundation | General operating support | $2,500 |
| Turning Pointe Autism Foundation | Pumpkin races - oct 2024 | $2,500 |
| South Suburban Humane Society | May 2024 spotlight gala - bronze sponsorship | $2,000 |
| Starability Foundation | General operating support | $2,000 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Sponsorship of light the night charity fundraiser | $1,500 |
| Citizens Appreciate Public Safety | Corporate sponsorship | $1,000 |
| Children's Advocacy Center | Fundraising walk | $1,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Bacon sponsor for aged to perfection bourbon & bacon fundraiser | $1,000 |
| Giant Steps | Hio sponsorship for fundraiser | $1,000 |
| Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church | Trojan walkathon | $1,000 |
| Bobby Jones Chiari Syringomyelia Foundation | General operating support | $1,000 |
| A Special Place | General operating support | $500 |
| Urban Initiatives Inc | Soccer ball donation | $500 |
| Casa Kane County | Hole sign sponsor - fundraising event | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Neil D Gerald
- John D Gerald
- Matthew N Gerald
- Robert E Hamilton
- Lisa A Collins
- Michael Hedberg
Questions people ask
Does Neil & Ginny Gerald Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Neil & Ginny Gerald Family Foundation give?
$267,999 in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Neil & Ginny Gerald Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Neil D Gerald (President & Treasurer), John D Gerald (Second Vice President & Chair), Matthew N Gerald (Second Vice President & Assistant Secr) and Robert E Hamilton (Assistant Secretary & Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Neil & Ginny Gerald Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and environment and conservation.