Patrick and Anna M Cudahy Fund
Preselected recipients only
Patrick and Anna M Cudahy Fund is a private foundation in Oak Park, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 100 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $57,500. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants100
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$57,500
- Assets$15.9 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $945,500 the year before.
29% 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 | $945,500 | 92 | $14.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 100 | $15.9 million |
How to apply
Patrick and Anna M Cudahy Fund 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 Patrick and Anna M Cudahy Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 59 | $582,500 |
| Wisconsin | 34 | $360,000 |
| New York | 2 | $55,560 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $37,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $23,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ithemba Ngemfundo Inc | Building Support for Preschool in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa | $57,500 |
| Maryknoll Sisters | St. Mary's Hospice and Eco Farm in San Marcos, Guatemala | $40,560 |
| DePaul University College of Law | Summer Public Interest Law Internship Program | $25,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository Inc | General Operations | $25,000 |
| Second Nurture | General Operations | $25,000 |
| Seton Hill University | Nancy Smith O'Brien Endowed Scholarship Fund | $25,000 |
| GiveWell | General Operations | $23,500 |
| Environmental Law and Policy Center of the Midwest | General Operations | $20,000 |
| Ignite | General Operations | $20,000 |
| Literacy Services of Wisconsin | General Operations | $20,000 |
| Misericordia HomeHeart of Mercy | General Operations | $20,000 |
| Sarah's Circle | General Operations | $20,000 |
| All Chicago - Making Homelessness History | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Ascension Wisconsin Foundation | St. Ben's Clinic | $15,000 |
| Brigid Alliance The | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Christopher House | Parent School | $15,000 |
| Forging Opportunities for Refugees in America | High Dose Tutoring Program | $15,000 |
| Guest House of Milwaukee | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Hunger Task Force | Emergency Food Program | $15,000 |
| Meta House | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Well Child Center | Pediatric Dental Clinic | $15,000 |
| St Marcus School | Scholarships | $12,500 |
| Support Center for Child Advocates | General Operations | $12,500 |
| Academy for Urban School Leadership | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Access Living of Metropolitan Chicago | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Benedict Center | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Bethany House of Hospitality | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Chicago Lighthouse The | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Connections for the Homeless | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Covenant House Illinois Inc | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Deborah's Place | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Door County Medical Center Foundation | Summer Public Interest Law Internship Program | $10,000 |
| Erie Family Health Center Inc | Women's Health Initiatives | $10,000 |
| Family Rescue | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Forward Scholars | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Franciscan Outreach | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization (HALO) | HALO Children's Project | $10,000 |
| Housing Opportunities for Women | General Operations | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Janet S Cudahy
- James Bailey
- Molly Cudahy
- Patrick G Cudahy
- Richard D Cudahy Jr
- Barbara Holtz
- Kristi E Leswing
- Kit Cudahy
- Tia Cudahy
- Dan Cudahy
- Michaela Cudahy
Questions people ask
Does Patrick and Anna M Cudahy Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Patrick and Anna M Cudahy Fund give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 100 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Patrick and Anna M Cudahy Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Janet S Cudahy (President/Director), James Bailey (Director), Molly Cudahy (Director) and Patrick G Cudahy (Director) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Patrick and Anna M Cudahy Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and international.