St James Farm Endowment Fund
Preselected recipients only
St James Farm Endowment Fund is a private foundation in Downers Grove, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $9.1 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $4.6 million and the largest $8.4 million. 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$9.1 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$4.6 million
- Largest grant$8.4 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $353,224 the year before.
50% 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 | $353,224 | 1 | $8.0 million |
| 2024 | $9.1 million | 2 | $0 |
How to apply
St James Farm Endowment Fund 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 James Farm Endowment Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $9.1 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dupage Community Foundation | Enviromental - closing distribution | $8.4 million |
| Forest Preserve District of Dupage County | Enviromental | $738,267 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Venable-Thru 7225
- Stephen Strachan-Thru 7225
- Dupage Community Foundation
Questions people ask
Does St James Farm Endowment Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does St James Farm Endowment Fund give?
$9.1 million in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $4.6 million.
Who runs St James Farm Endowment Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Venable-Thru 7225 (Trustee), Stephen Strachan-Thru 7225 (Trustee) and Dupage Community Foundation (Trustee).
What does St James Farm Endowment Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development and environment and conservation.