The Allyn Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Allyn Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Naperville, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $340,000 in 67 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$340,000
- Number of grants67
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$7.2 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $290,000 the year before.
10% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $270,000 | 66 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $290,000 | 65 | $6.5 million |
| 2025 | $340,000 | 67 | $7.2 million |
How to apply
The Allyn Foundation Inc 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 The Allyn Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 32 | $156,000 |
| Massachusetts | 8 | $39,000 |
| Florida | 10 | $37,000 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 4 | $18,000 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $14,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $6,000 |
| New York | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra Club Foundation | Environmental programs | $15,000 |
| American Red Cross | Family services | $14,000 |
| American Heart Association | Medical research | $10,000 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | Environmental programs | $10,000 |
| The Field Museum | Museum programs | $10,000 |
| Wellness House | Individual services | $10,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Community services | $8,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Family services | $8,000 |
| Ravinia Festival Association | Music programs | $8,000 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Museum programs | $7,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation | Legal services | $6,000 |
| American Lung Association | Medical research | $6,000 |
| Americares | Family services | $6,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Medical research | $6,000 |
| Brigham and Women's Hospital | Medical services | $6,000 |
| Greater Boston Food Bank | Community services | $6,000 |
| Pillars Community Health | Family services | $6,000 |
| Save the Children | Child poverty services | $6,000 |
| Teach for America | Education programs | $6,000 |
| All Faiths Food Bank | Community services | $5,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Medical research | $5,000 |
| Appalachian Mountain Club | Environmental programs | $5,000 |
| Brookfield Zoo | Zoo programs | $5,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | Music programs | $5,000 |
| Children's Home and Aid Society | Youth services | $5,000 |
| Community Foundation of Sarasota County | Family services | $5,000 |
| Dupage Children's Museum | Museum programs | $5,000 |
| Lupus Foundation of America | Medical research | $5,000 |
| Lurie Children's Foundation | Individual services | $5,000 |
| Morton Arboretum | Environmental programs | $5,000 |
| Mothers Helping Mothers | Individual services | $5,000 |
| Museum of Science and Industry | Museum programs | $5,000 |
| National Immigrant Justice Center | Family services | $5,000 |
| PBS Foundation | Public television | $5,000 |
| Pine Street Inn | Individual services | $5,000 |
| Ray Graham Association | Disability services | $5,000 |
| Rush University Medical Center | Medical services | $5,000 |
| Shedd Aquarium | Museum programs | $5,000 |
| The Community House - Charlie's Gift | Community services | $5,000 |
| Wedu PBS | Public television | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sharon A Taylor
- John W Allyn Jr
- Pauline S Allyn
- Matthew A Taylor
Questions people ask
Does The Allyn Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Allyn Foundation Inc give?
$340,000 in tax year 2025, across 67 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Allyn Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Sharon A Taylor (President, Dir), John W Allyn Jr (Vice Pres, Dir), Pauline S Allyn (Director) and Matthew A Taylor (Director).
What does The Allyn Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and human services.