Rintels Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rintels Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $93,922 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $55,900. 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$93,922
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$55,900
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was down from $185,288 the year before.
39% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $185,288 | 39 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $93,922 | 26 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Rintels Family 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 Rintels Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 14 | $86,901 |
| Florida | 5 | $5,650 |
| New York | 2 | $396 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $300 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $250 |
| Arizona | 1 | $150 |
| Texas | 1 | $150 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $125 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hanley Foundation | Unrestricted use by the charity | $55,900 |
| Brookfield Zoo | Unrestricted use by the charity | $6,500 |
| Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago | Unrestricted use by the charity | $5,000 |
| Jewish Council for Youth Services | Unrestricted use by the charity | $4,600 |
| North Shore Congregation Israel | Unrestricted use by the charity | $4,045 |
| Raymond F Kravis Center | Unrestricted use by the charity | $3,500 |
| Friends of Audubon | Unrestricted use by the charity | $3,400 |
| Anshe Emet Synagogue | Unrestricted use by the charity | $2,980 |
| WTTW Channel 11 | Unrestricted use by the charity | $2,000 |
| Field Museum | Unrestricted use by the charity | $1,000 |
| RU4ME Pet Rescue | Unrestricted use by the charity | $1,000 |
| Cancer Wellness Center | Unrestricted use by the charity | $500 |
| Personal Ponies LTD | Unrestricted use by the charity | $500 |
| South County Foundation for Mental Health | Unrestricted use by the charity | $500 |
| The Morton Arboretum | Unrestricted use by the charity | $500 |
| Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach Florida | Unrestricted use by the charity | $370 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Unrestricted use by the charity | $300 |
| US Holocaust Memorial | Unrestricted use by the charity | $300 |
| Macular Degeneration | Unrestricted use by the charity | $250 |
| Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Foundation | Unrestricted use by the charity | $170 |
| Kingdom Living Ministries | Unrestricted use by the charity | $150 |
| Phoenix Cancer Support Network | Unrestricted use by the charity | $150 |
| South Florida PBS | Unrestricted use by the charity | $150 |
| Caringbridge | Unrestricted use by the charity | $125 |
| Play for Pink | Unrestricted use by the charity | $26 |
| Shedd Aquarium | Unrestricted use by the charity | $6 |
Officers and trustees
- Eugene V Rintels
- Carol Rintels
- Phil Ryan
- Deborah Weiner
- Andrew Rintels
- Abbie Rintels
Questions people ask
Does Rintels Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rintels Family Foundation give?
$93,922 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Rintels Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Eugene V Rintels (President / Treasurer), Carol Rintels (Secretary), Phil Ryan (Director) and Deborah Weiner (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Rintels Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and animals.