Tessie Grosby Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tessie Grosby Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Palatine, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $70,472 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $1,050 and the largest $15,000. 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$70,472
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$1,050
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was down from $85,258 the year before.
32% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $36,832 | 25 | $847,417 |
| 2023 | $68,801 | 28 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $85,258 | 29 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $70,472 | 31 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Tessie Grosby 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 Tessie Grosby Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $42,107 |
| Florida | 6 | $12,512 |
| New York | 4 | $8,736 |
| Utah | 1 | $1,569 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,500 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $1,035 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $534 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $517 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Palatine Opportunity Center | Support Organization's Mission | $15,000 |
| Jewish United Fund | Support Organization's Mission | $11,025 |
| Give Kids the World Village | Support Organization's Mission | $6,614 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Fund | Support of Organization's Mission | $5,338 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities Inc | Support Organization's Mission | $4,160 |
| My Block My Hood My City | Support Organization's Mission | $2,832 |
| Individual | Support Organization's Mission | $2,629 |
| Individual | Support Organization's Mission | $2,625 |
| Individual | Support Organization's Mission | $2,576 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Support Organization's Mission | $2,260 |
| Int' Fellowship of Christians Jews | Support Organization's Mission | $2,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Support Organization's Mission | $1,569 |
| Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League | Support Organization's Mission | $1,555 |
| Hillsdale College | Support Organization's Mission | $1,500 |
| Ignite the Spirit | Support Organization's Mission | $1,050 |
| Multiple Sclerosis Foundation | Support Organization's Mission | $1,050 |
| Piney Woods School | Support Organization's Mission | $1,035 |
| Individual | Support Organization's Mission | $534 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Pre | Support Organization's Mission | $523 |
| Shriners Hospital | Support Organization's Mission | $520 |
| School Sisters of St Francis | Support Organization's Mission | $517 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach Cou | Support Organization's Mission | $513 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | Support Organization's Mission | $500 |
| Individual | Support Organization's Mission | $500 |
| Jewish Voice Ministries | Support Organization's Mission | $500 |
| Individual | Support Organization's Mission | $335 |
| Boys and Girls Club of America | Support Organization's Mission | $262 |
| Leadership Institute | Support Organization's Mission | $250 |
| ASPCA | Support Organization's Mission | $250 |
| YMCA | Support Organization's Mission | $250 |
| Susan B Komen Foundation | Support Organization's Mission | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Jennifer Spethmann
- Maurice Grosby
- Marilyn Goldberg Cohen
Questions people ask
Does Tessie Grosby Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tessie Grosby Charitable Foundation give?
$70,472 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $1,050.
Who runs Tessie Grosby Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jennifer Spethmann (Trustee), Maurice Grosby (Trustee) and Marilyn Goldberg Cohen (Trustee).
What does Tessie Grosby Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and animals.