Noel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Noel Foundation is a private foundation in Champaign, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $124,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $38,000. 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$124,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$38,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $112,500 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 | $79,500 | 8 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $112,500 | 6 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $124,000 | 7 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Noel 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
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $124,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way | General support | $38,000 |
| Community Foundation of East Central Il | General support | $28,000 |
| Cunningham Children's Home | General support | $23,000 |
| National Kidney Foundation of Il | General support | $20,000 |
| Champaign Parks | General support | $10,000 |
| Don Moyer Club | General support | $3,000 |
| C-U Schools Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Vince Noel
- Richard M Noel
- Mary Noel
Questions people ask
Does Noel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Noel Foundation give?
$124,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Noel Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Vince Noel (Director), Richard M Noel (President) and Mary Noel (Secretary).