Parsifal Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Parsifal Foundation is a private foundation in La Grange Park, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $25,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$25,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$583,887
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $34,500 the year before.
0% 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 | $13,000 | 12 | $451,428 |
| 2024 | $34,500 | 23 | $492,125 |
| 2025 | $25,000 | 23 | $583,887 |
How to apply
Parsifal 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 Parsifal Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $9,000 |
| California | 3 | $3,000 |
| New York | 3 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $2,000 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $2,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Ding Darling Wildlife SocietyFriends of the | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Home 2 Home Project | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Chicago Coalition Homeless | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Fistula Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| PMP Research Fdn | Charitable | $1,000 |
| US Fund for UNICEF | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Glass Half Full | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Louisiana SPCA | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Heifer International | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Walworth County Food & Diaper Bank | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Westchester Food Pantry | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Team Rubicon | Charitable | $1,000 |
| World Center Kitchen | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Wellness House | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Eden Reforestration Project | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Mission Blue Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Clark's Career Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| National Organizaton for Rare Disorders | Charitable | $1,000 |
| National Fish and Wildlife Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James A Fletcher
- Margaret G Fletcher
- Lesley A Fletcher
Questions people ask
Does Parsifal Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Parsifal Foundation give?
$25,000 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Parsifal Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James A Fletcher (Trustee), Margaret G Fletcher (Trustee) and Lesley A Fletcher (Trustee).
What does Parsifal Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, international and food and hunger.