The Alsam Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Alsam Foundation is a private foundation in PO Box Chica, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $49.1 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $750,000 and the largest $16.7 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$49.1 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$750,000
- Largest grant$16.7 million
- Assets$50.4 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was down from $67.0 million the year before.
35% of its 2024 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 | $67.0 million | 28 | $91.2 million |
| 2024 | $49.1 million | 20 | $50.4 million |
How to apply
The Alsam 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 The Alsam Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 16 | $34.8 million |
| California | 1 | $10.0 million |
| Idaho | 2 | $3.5 million |
| Montana | 1 | $750,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Skaggs Catholic Center LLC | Performing arts center and | $16.7 million |
| The Scripps Research Insitute | Calibr-bridging the | $10.0 million |
| Judge Memorial Catholic High School | Capital campaign for new | $7.5 million |
| University of Utah | Endowment and capital | $4.8 million |
| Friends of Zoo Boise | Veterinary hospital | $2.0 million |
| Idaho State University Foundation | Skaggs scholarship program | $1.5 million |
| Madeleine Choir School | Field house and early | $1.0 million |
| The Living Planet | Capital campaign of science | $892,729 |
| Saint Vincent de Paul School | Tech infrastructure, hvac | $855,800 |
| Southern Utah University | Stem laboratory | $750,000 |
| University of Montana Foundation | Skaggs scholarship program | $750,000 |
| Saint Andrew Catholic School | Carbon monoxide detection | $516,724 |
| Saint Francis Xavier School | General support | $490,260 |
| Saint Olaf School | Safety, security, digital | $429,177 |
| Wasatch Mountain Institute | General support | $300,000 |
| Saint Joseph Catholic High School | Purchase vehicle | $254,958 |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School | Safety equipment/ door | $232,549 |
| Kearns-Saint Ann School | Hvac system | $109,176 |
| Cathedral of the Madeleine | Annual bishop dinner | $50,000 |
| Guadalupe Center Educational Programs Inc | Early learning center | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- The Northern Trust Company
- Don L Skaggs
- Mark S Skaggs
- Claudia Skaggs Luttrell
- Susie S Balukoff
- Ronny L Cutshall
- Arnold Laguardia
- Monsignor J Terrence Fitzgerald
Questions people ask
Does The Alsam Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Alsam Foundation give?
$49.1 million in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $750,000.
Who runs The Alsam Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists The Northern Trust Company (Trustee), Don L Skaggs (Treasurer/Grants Committee), Mark S Skaggs (Grants Committee) and Claudia Skaggs Luttrell (Secretary/Grants Committee) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Alsam Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.