Roy and Irene Rettinger Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Roy and Irene Rettinger Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $750,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $200,000 and the largest $335,000. 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$750,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$200,000
- Largest grant$335,000
- Assets$11.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $500,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $510,000 | 5 | $10.2 million |
| 2024 | $500,000 | 4 | $11.1 million |
| 2025 | $750,000 | 4 | $11.7 million |
How to apply
Roy and Irene Rettinger 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 Roy and Irene Rettinger Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $750,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Art Institute of Chicago | General support | $335,000 |
| Newberry Library | General support | $300,000 |
| University of Chicago | General support | $100,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | General support | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Celia S Hilliard
- David C Hilliard
- Ashly Boesche
Questions people ask
Does Roy and Irene Rettinger Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Roy and Irene Rettinger Foundation give?
$750,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $200,000.
Who runs Roy and Irene Rettinger Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Celia S Hilliard (Vice President & Secretary), David C Hilliard (President & Treasurer) and Ashly Boesche (Director).
What does Roy and Irene Rettinger Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.