Purcell Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Purcell Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Hinsdale, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $286,400 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$286,400
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2025 was up from $165,250 the year before.
65% 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 | $94,900 | 16 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $165,250 | 15 | $5.4 million |
| 2025 | $286,400 | 17 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
Purcell 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 Purcell Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $211,300 |
| Indiana | 3 | $55,100 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $500 |
| Washington | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Francis High School | Education | $150,000 |
| St Mary's College | Education | $25,000 |
| University of Notre Dame | Education | $25,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | Operations | $21,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School | Education | $20,800 |
| Cristo Rey St Martin College Prep | Education | $15,000 |
| Folds of Honor Foundation | Operations | $10,000 |
| Sisters of the Holy Cross | Operations | $5,100 |
| Young American Foundation | Operations | $5,000 |
| St Paul Catholic School | Operations | $3,000 |
| Assistance League Chicago | Operations | $2,000 |
| Aid for Women | Operations | $1,000 |
| St Issac Jogues Catholic Church | Operations | $1,000 |
| Water Safety Patrol | Operations | $1,000 |
| The Country Club Cares Foundation | Operations | $500 |
| Breakthru T1D | Operations | $500 |
| Make A Wish Alaska & Washington | Operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Carolann Allis
- Paul E Purcell Jr
- Patricia W Purcell
Questions people ask
Does Purcell Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Purcell Charitable Foundation give?
$286,400 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Purcell Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carolann Allis (President/Treasurer), Paul E Purcell Jr (Secretary) and Patricia W Purcell (Director).
What does Purcell Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.