Richard J and Linda J Sieracki Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard J and Linda J Sieracki Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $65,433 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $975 and the largest $17,500. 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$65,433
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$975
- Largest grant$17,500
- Assets$119,564
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was down from $201,341 the year before.
42% 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 | $129,800 | 25 | $357,226 |
| 2024 | $201,341 | 33 | $174,294 |
| 2025 | $65,433 | 25 | $119,564 |
How to apply
Richard J and Linda J Sieracki 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 Richard J and Linda J Sieracki Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 16 | $45,608 |
| Arizona | 2 | $8,750 |
| New York | 2 | $6,250 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $975 |
| Florida | 1 | $250 |
| Indiana | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $17,500 |
| McCormick Foundation | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $8,000 |
| St Mary's Food Bank | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $8,000 |
| Individual | To accomplish the organization's objective. | $6,000 |
| Individual | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $5,040 |
| Individual | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $5,000 |
| Individual | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $4,500 |
| Individual | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $2,500 |
| The Nature Conservancy | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $1,118 |
| Habitat For Humanity | To accomplish the organization's objective. | $1,000 |
| DePaul University | To accomplish the organization's objective. | $1,000 |
| Usga | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $1,000 |
| Kanter Morgan Foundation | To accomplish the organization's objectives. | $975 |
| St Patricks Catholic Church | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $750 |
| Individual | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $500 |
| WGA - Evans Scholars Foundation | To accomplish the organization's objectives. | $500 |
| UCP Seguin Foundation | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $350 |
| Bright Promises Foundation | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $350 |
| WTTW | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $300 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | To accomplish the organization's objective. | $250 |
| Parkinson's Foundation | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $250 |
| St Francis of Assisi Catholic Churc | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $200 |
| La Rabida Children's Hospital | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $150 |
| Hospice of the Calumet Area | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $100 |
| Lane Tech Basketball Boosters | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda Sieracki
- Jeffrey Sieracki
- Julie Sieracki
Questions people ask
Does Richard J and Linda J Sieracki Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard J and Linda J Sieracki Foundation give?
$65,433 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $975.
Who runs Richard J and Linda J Sieracki Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Linda Sieracki (President), Jeffrey Sieracki (Secretary) and Julie Sieracki (Treasurer).
What does Richard J and Linda J Sieracki Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, education and faith communities.