Paul Galvin Memorial Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Paul Galvin Memorial Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.1 million in 67 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $600,000. 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$4.1 million
- Number of grants67
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$80.4 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was up from $4.0 million the year before.
8% of its 2024 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 | $4.0 million | 73 | $78.2 million |
| 2024 | $4.1 million | 67 | $80.4 million |
How to apply
Paul Galvin Memorial Foundation Trust 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 Galvin Memorial Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 43 | $1.3 million |
| California | 2 | $700,000 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $655,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $600,000 |
| Colorado | 5 | $436,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $300,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $20,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $15,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mayo Foundation | Public charity | $600,000 |
| Huntington Hospital - Pasadena | Public charity | $600,000 |
| Vail Health Foundation | Public charity | $350,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center | Public charity | $300,000 |
| Center for Strategic and & Int'l Studies | Public charity | $250,000 |
| American Enterprise Institute | Public charity | $250,000 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Public charity | $102,000 |
| Shirley Ryan Ability Lab | Public charity | $100,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Public charity | $100,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | Public charity | $100,000 |
| The Joffrey Ballet | Public charity | $100,000 |
| Junior Achievement | Public charity | $100,000 |
| United Way Chicago | Public charity | $100,000 |
| Lyric Opera of Chicago | Public charity | $100,000 |
| Magical Strings of Youth | Public charity | $100,000 |
| The UCLA Foundation | Public charity | $100,000 |
| Northwestern Medical School | Public charity | $62,850 |
| American Red Cross | Public charity | $50,000 |
| Ravinia Festival | Public charity | $50,000 |
| WTTW | Public charity | $50,000 |
| Vail Veterans Program | Public charity | $26,000 |
| Harris Theatre | Public charity | $25,000 |
| Vail Valley Foundation | Public charity | $25,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Public charity | $25,000 |
| Chicago Blackhawks Foundation | Public charity | $25,000 |
| Vandercook College of Music | Public charity | $25,000 |
| Nantucket Cottage Hospital | Public charity | $25,000 |
| Advocate Good Shepard Hospital | Public charity | $25,000 |
| University of Chicago Medical School | Public charity | $25,000 |
| National Symphony Orchestra | Public charity | $25,000 |
| Steadman-Hawkins Sports Medicine Foundation | Public charity | $25,000 |
| Philanthropy Roundtable | Public charity | $25,000 |
| Journeycare Foundation | Public charity | $25,000 |
| Big Shoulders | Public charity | $12,500 |
| Community Foundation | Public charity | $10,000 |
| Awareness Is Power | Public charity | $10,000 |
| Vail Interfaith Chapel | Public charity | $10,000 |
| The Cradle | Public charity | $10,000 |
| Americares Foundation | Public charity | $10,000 |
| Ars Viva Symphony Orchestra | Public charity | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Galvin
- Michael Galvin
Questions people ask
Does Paul Galvin Memorial Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Paul Galvin Memorial Foundation Trust give?
$4.1 million in tax year 2024, across 67 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Paul Galvin Memorial Foundation Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Christopher Galvin (Trustee) and Michael Galvin (Trustee).
What does Paul Galvin Memorial Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and human services.