Paul and Suzanne Hanifl Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Paul and Suzanne Hanifl Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $289,625 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $60,000. 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$289,625
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$5.3 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was down from $802,155 the year before.
44% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $906,450 | 29 | $5.9 million |
| 2023 | $802,155 | 16 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $289,625 | 23 | $5.3 million |
How to apply
Paul and Suzanne Hanifl 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 Paul and Suzanne Hanifl Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 14 | $239,775 |
| Florida | 5 | $46,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $250 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota News Media Institute | General charitable purposes | $60,000 |
| Minnesota Zoo Foundation | General charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Hennepin Theatre Trust | General charitable purposes | $30,000 |
| Children's Performing Arts | General charitable purposes | $25,075 |
| Neighborhood Health Clinic | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Greater White Bear Lake Community Foundation | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Ordway Center for the Performing Arts | General charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Children's Theater Company | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Greater Naples | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Dragon Theatrics | General charitable purposes | $7,000 |
| Fishing for Life | General charitable purposes | $6,000 |
| Solid Ground | General charitable purposes | $5,500 |
| Artis - Naples | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Dodge Nature Center | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Naples Botanical Gardens | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Pilgrim House | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Unitarian Universalist Church of Elgin | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Wgcu Public Media | General charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| Friends of Woodstock School | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Hugo Food Shelf | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Friends of the North Fork of the Shenandoah River | General charitable purposes | $250 |
| White Bear Center for the Arts | General charitable purposes | $200 |
| World Wildlife Fund | General charitable purposes | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Suzanne T Hanifl
- Paul H Hanifl
- Sharon M Hanifl
- Kerry L Hanifl
- Darren S Hanifl
Questions people ask
Does Paul and Suzanne Hanifl Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Paul and Suzanne Hanifl Foundation give?
$289,625 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs Paul and Suzanne Hanifl Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Suzanne T Hanifl (Pres, Treas & Dir), Paul H Hanifl (Vice-Pres, Sec & Dir), Sharon M Hanifl (Vice Pres & Dir) and Kerry L Hanifl (Vice Pres & Dir) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Paul and Suzanne Hanifl Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, community development and youth programs.