Sebastian Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sebastian Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Westmont, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $616,550 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$616,550
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$18.1 million
- New grantees74%
Giving in 2025 was down from $640,000 the year before.
74% 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 | $671,000 | 33 | $13.2 million |
| 2024 | $640,000 | 24 | $15.2 million |
| 2025 | $616,550 | 21 | $18.1 million |
How to apply
Sebastian Family Charitable 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 Sebastian Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $450,000 |
| Ohio | 6 | $110,550 |
| Maryland | 1 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Diocese of Joliet Parish | Religious support | $100,000 |
| Diocese of Joliet Parish | Religious support | $100,000 |
| Notre Dame High School | Education | $55,000 |
| Greenwood Project | Foundation support | $50,000 |
| Cincinnati Childrens Hospital | Foundation support | $50,000 |
| Benet Academy | Education | $45,000 |
| Montini Catholic High School | Education | $30,000 |
| Saint Benedictine Society | Religious support | $30,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Southwestern Ohio | Religious support | $25,000 |
| Annunciation Byzantine Catholic Church | Religious support | $25,000 |
| St Isaac Jogues Church | Religious support | $25,000 |
| Catholic Shrine of Mariapoch | Religious support | $20,000 |
| St Mary Gostyn | Religious support | $15,000 |
| Blood Cancer United Ohio River Valley Region | Foundation support | $10,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | Education | $10,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Cincinnati | Foundation support | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Southwestern Ohio | Religious support | $5,050 |
| University of Texas Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| Baby Skinner Foundation | Foundation support | $5,000 |
| Dominican Sisters of Mary | Religious support | $1,000 |
| Our Lady of Angels Church | Religious support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John V Sebastian Sr
- Kathleen F Sebastian
- John V Sebastian II
- Nicole K Peeney
Questions people ask
Does Sebastian Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sebastian Family Charitable Foundation give?
$616,550 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Sebastian Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John V Sebastian Sr (President), Kathleen F Sebastian (Secretary), John V Sebastian II (Vice President) and Nicole K Peeney (Director).
What does Sebastian Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.