Norris & Margaret Aldeen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Norris & Margaret Aldeen Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $594,897 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $297,448 and the largest $518,602. 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$594,897
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$297,448
- Largest grant$518,602
- Assets$0
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $500,000 the year before.
50% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $500,000 | 1 | $589,401 |
| 2024 | $594,897 | 2 | $0 |
How to apply
Norris & Margaret Aldeen 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 Norris & Margaret Aldeen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $518,602 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $76,295 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rockford Park District Foundation | General | $518,602 |
| Fidelity Charitable Daf | General | $76,295 |
Officers and trustees
- William N Aldeen
- Leslie Frankfort
- Timothy Gaffney
- Phil Frankfort
- James Thiede
Questions people ask
Does Norris & Margaret Aldeen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Norris & Margaret Aldeen Foundation give?
$594,897 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $297,448.
Who runs Norris & Margaret Aldeen Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William N Aldeen (President), Leslie Frankfort (Trustee/Exdi), Timothy Gaffney (Trustee) and Phil Frankfort (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Norris & Margaret Aldeen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.