The Cuneo Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Cuneo Foundation is a private foundation in Vernon Hills, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $706,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $24,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$706,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$24,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $566,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $566,000 | 24 | $12.7 million |
| 2024 | $706,000 | 24 | $0 |
How to apply
The Cuneo 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 Cuneo Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 24 | $706,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Benedictine University | Needs based scholarship | $50,000 |
| Loyola University | Needs based scholarship | $50,000 |
| St Xavier University | Needs based scholarship | $50,000 |
| Dominican University | Needs based scholarship | $50,000 |
| Depaul University | Needs based scholarship | $50,000 |
| Carmel Catholic HIGH SCHOOL | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| Christ the King Jesuit College Prep | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| Cristo Rey St Martin College Prep | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| De la Salle Institute | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| Josephinum Academy | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| Marmion Academy -Catholic college p | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| Sacred Heart Academy | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| Regina Dominican High School | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| Depaul College Prep | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| Trinity High School | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| St Ignatius College Prep | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| Our Lady of Tepeyac | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| Bishop McNamara Catholic School | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| Holy Trinity High School | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| St Francis de Sales High School | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| Leo Catholic High School | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| Mount Carmel High School | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
| St Patrick High School | Needs based scholarship | $24,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael J Garanzini SJ
- MSGR Kenneth J Velo
- Joan E Steel
- Kathryn White
- Pierce White
Questions people ask
Does The Cuneo Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cuneo Foundation give?
$706,000 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $24,000.
Who runs The Cuneo Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael J Garanzini SJ (President), MSGR Kenneth J Velo (Director), Joan E Steel (Treasurer) and Kathryn White (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Cuneo Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.