NKC Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
NKC Family Foundation is a private foundation in Geneva, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.2 million in 35 grants; the typical grant was $60,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$60,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$51.3 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
14% 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 | $1.3 million | 29 | $30.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 38 | $41.3 million |
| 2025 | $2.2 million | 35 | $51.3 million |
How to apply
NKC 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What NKC Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 25 | $1.6 million |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $225,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $100,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $100,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aurora Christian Schools | General operating support | $150,000 |
| Rock House Kids | General operating support | $150,000 |
| Shepherd's Heart | General operating support | $150,000 |
| Wayside Cross Ministries | General operating support | $150,000 |
| Administer Justice | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Cure International | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Elim Christian Services | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Inspiration Ministries | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Rockford Rescue Mission | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Naomi's House - Moody Church | General operating support | $90,000 |
| Agape House | General operating support | $80,000 |
| Stars Family Services | General operating support | $78,000 |
| Evangelical Child & Family Agency | General operating support | $75,000 |
| Outreach | General operating support | $75,000 |
| Refuge for Women Chicago | General operating support | $75,000 |
| Fox Valley Christian Action | General operating support | $65,000 |
| Ruth Project | General operating support | $60,000 |
| Dare 2 Share | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Unto | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Younglife Kane Co | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Intervarsity | General operating support | $45,000 |
| 222 Foundation | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Crossroads Kids Club | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Decision Point | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Evansville Rescue Mission | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Joni & Freinds Midwest | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Radical Love | General operating support | $25,000 |
| The Hopeline | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Courage Ministries | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Cru U of I | General operating support | $10,000 |
| My Joyful Heart | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Younglife Capernaum Chicago | General operating support | $9,000 |
| Cru Military Great Lakes | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Cru Niu | General operating support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nick Calamos
- Kimberly Calamos
- Katie Bifoss
- Edward Jarosz
Questions people ask
Does NKC Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does NKC Family Foundation give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $60,000.
Who runs NKC Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nick Calamos (Trustee), Kimberly Calamos (Trustee), Katie Bifoss (Ceo) and Edward Jarosz (Board Member).
What does NKC Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and housing and homelessness.