Perry Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Perry Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.1 million in 39 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.3 million. 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$3.1 million
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$17.4 million
- New grantees49%
Giving in 2025 was down from $3.1 million the year before.
49% of its 2025 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 | $1.1 million | 31 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $3.1 million | 36 | $11.5 million |
| 2025 | $3.1 million | 39 | $17.4 million |
How to apply
Perry Family Charitable 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 Perry Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Illinois. It also paid $250 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 32 | $2.9 million |
| Indiana | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 1 | $55,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $500 |
| California | 1 | $250 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Foundation | To further program services | $1.3 million |
| Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago | To further program services | $715,000 |
| Cristo Rey Network | To further program services | $150,000 |
| Catholic Extension | To further program services | $125,000 |
| Cristo Rey St Martin College Prep | To further program services | $125,000 |
| Chicago Jesuit Academy | To further program services | $100,000 |
| Phi Kappa Psi Foundation | To further program services | $100,000 |
| Clearbrook | To further program services | $85,000 |
| Christ the King Jesuit College Prep High School | To further program services | $80,000 |
| Come to Believe Network | To further program services | $55,000 |
| The One Plan Saints JFX | To further program services | $50,000 |
| Ann & Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago | To further program services | $27,500 |
| Big Shoulders Fund | To further program services | $25,000 |
| Evan Scholars Foundation | To further program services | $25,000 |
| Illinois Prison Project | To further program services | $25,000 |
| Loyola University Chicago | To further program services | $25,000 |
| Our Lady of Tepeyac Parish | To further program services | $25,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School | To further program services | $15,000 |
| Loyola Academy | To further program services | $15,000 |
| Creighton University | To further program services | $10,000 |
| The People's Music School | To further program services | $10,000 |
| Walls Turned Sideways | To further program services | $5,250 |
| 1916 Foundation | To further program services | $5,000 |
| Saints Faith Hope & Charity | To further program services | $3,500 |
| Northwestern University | To further program services | $2,500 |
| Henry Schueler 41 & 9 Foundation | To further program services | $1,000 |
| Link Unlimited | To further program services | $1,000 |
| Madonna Mission | To further program services | $1,000 |
| Maryville Foundation | To further program services | $1,000 |
| Our Lady of Perpetual Help - Glenview | To further program services | $1,000 |
| Regina Dominican High School | To further program services | $1,000 |
| Leelanau Historical Society | To further program services | $500 |
| Morgante Wilson Foundation | To further program services | $500 |
| Misericordia Foundation | To further program services | $259 |
| Gift of Adoption Fund | To further program services | $250 |
| MSC Foundation | To further program services | $250 |
| Saddle Brook Educational Foundation | To further program services | $250 |
| St Patricks San Jose | To further program services | $250 |
| Winnetka Historical | To further program services | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Perry
- Mary Kathleen Perry
- Martin Perry
Questions people ask
Does Perry Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Perry Family Charitable Foundation give?
$3.1 million in tax year 2025, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Perry Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher Perry (President), Mary Kathleen Perry (Vice President) and Martin Perry (Vice President).
What does Perry Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.