Sharon Denning Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Sharon Denning Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Lombard, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $23,352 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $3,000. 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$23,352
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $19,200 the year before.
33% 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 | $22,923 | 11 | $446,244 |
| 2024 | $19,200 | 12 | $446,868 |
| 2025 | $23,352 | 13 | $0 |
How to apply
Sharon Denning Charitable Trust 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 Sharon Denning Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $13,352 |
| Virginia | 2 | $3,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Habitat for Humanity | Donation | $3,000 |
| Individual | Patient support | $2,500 |
| Mercy Home | Support for young families | $2,200 |
| After 26 Project | Donation | $2,000 |
| Kolbe House | Support families | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships to students | $2,000 |
| Individual | Donation | $2,000 |
| Ohio Aerospace Institute | Donation | $2,000 |
| Individual | Donation | $1,600 |
| W Fairfax Christian Ministries | Donation | $1,500 |
| St Veronica Catholic Parish | Donation | $1,500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Donation | $1,000 |
| Companions Journeying Together Inc | Donation | $52 |
Officers and trustees
- Shawn Denning
Questions people ask
Does Sharon Denning Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sharon Denning Charitable Trust give?
$23,352 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Sharon Denning Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Shawn Denning (Trustee).
What does Sharon Denning Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, health and faith communities.