R J Samulski Innovation Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
R J Samulski Innovation Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.6 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $1.3 million and the largest $2.3 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.6 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$1.3 million
- Largest grant$2.3 million
- Assets$90.3 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.3 million the year before.
100% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.3 million | 1 | $67.2 million |
| 2024 | $2.6 million | 2 | $90.3 million |
How to apply
R J Samulski Innovation Foundation Inc 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 R J Samulski Innovation Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 2 | $2.6 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina State University | Roberts and mikhail distinguished chair in plant genome editing fund | $2.3 million |
| North Carolina State University | Roberts and mikhail distinguished chair in plant genome editing fund | $222,333 |
Officers and trustees
- R Jude Samulski
- Joseph Samulski
- Danielle Samulski
Questions people ask
Does R J Samulski Innovation Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does R J Samulski Innovation Foundation Inc give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $1.3 million.
Who runs R J Samulski Innovation Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists R Jude Samulski (President/Director), Joseph Samulski (Treasurer/Director) and Danielle Samulski (Secretary/Director).
What does R J Samulski Innovation Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.