Roger & Roberta Polark Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Roger & Roberta Polark Foundation is a private foundation in Antioch, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $15,000. 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$42,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$378,307
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $63,000 the year before.
17% of its 2025 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 | $56,000 | 6 | $329,279 |
| 2024 | $63,000 | 7 | $346,349 |
| 2025 | $42,000 | 6 | $378,307 |
How to apply
Roger & Roberta Polark 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 2 | $21,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $5,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oelwein Dollars for Scholars | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Focus | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Church | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Crazy Horse Memorial | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Best Friends | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warrior | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Roger L Polark
- Roberta Polark
- Chris R Polark
- Emily Polark
- Jack Polark
Questions people ask
Does Roger & Roberta Polark Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Roger & Roberta Polark Foundation give?
$42,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs Roger & Roberta Polark Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Roger L Polark (Director), Roberta Polark (Director), Chris R Polark (Director) and Emily Polark (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.