St Francis Wildcats Foundation
Preselected recipients only
St Francis Wildcats Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $11,300 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,000. 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$11,300
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$14,783
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $8,100 the year before.
80% of its 2024 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 | $8,100 | 10 | $19,872 |
| 2024 | $11,300 | 14 | $14,783 |
How to apply
St Francis Wildcats 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 St Francis Wildcats Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 13 | $11,175 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $125 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship grant | $1,000 |
| Aaliyah Saucedo | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Jacob Bishop | Scholarship grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship grant | $1,000 |
| Knights of Columbus | Charitable contribution | $125 |
| Victory Outreach International | Charitable contribution | $125 |
| St Nicholas Parish | Charitable contribution | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Jose Gudino
- John Castanedo
- Robert Flores
- John Ayala
- Louis Raya
- Frank Sarabia
- Al Martinez
Questions people ask
Does St Francis Wildcats Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does St Francis Wildcats Foundation give?
$11,300 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs St Francis Wildcats Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jose Gudino (President), John Castanedo (Vice President), Robert Flores (Treasurer) and John Ayala (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does St Francis Wildcats Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.