The Damien Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Damien Foundation is a private foundation in Peoria, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $82,916 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $3,365 and the largest $20,729. 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$82,916
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$3,365
- Largest grant$20,729
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2024 was down from $84,260 the year before.
6% 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 | $84,260 | 16 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $82,916 | 17 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
The Damien 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 Damien Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $35,458 |
| Colorado | 1 | $20,729 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $14,000 |
| Kansas | 3 | $6,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $3,365 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,364 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Denver Police Officer's Foundation | General operations | $20,729 |
| Community Needs Agency Chillicothe | General operations | $9,000 |
| Chillicothe Public Library | General operations | $7,000 |
| St Jude Catholic School | General operations | $7,000 |
| Friendship Place | General operations | $5,000 |
| Our Lady of Victory School | General operations | $5,000 |
| Catholic Dioces of Peoria | General operations | $5,000 |
| Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church | General operations | $4,000 |
| Standing Up to Pots | General operations | $3,365 |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | General operations | $3,364 |
| 2nd Hand Ranch | General operations | $2,729 |
| Diocese of Wichita | General operations | $2,000 |
| Guadalupe Clinic Inc | General operations | $2,000 |
| Sophia's Kitchen Sacred Heart Catholic Church | General operations | $2,000 |
| The Ark Humane Society | General operations | $2,000 |
| The Lord's Diner-Catholic Diocese | General operations | $2,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Society | General operations | $729 |
Officers and trustees
- Rosemary Weber
- John L Weber
- Paul D Weber
- Joel T Weber
Questions people ask
Does The Damien Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Damien Foundation give?
$82,916 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $3,365.
Who runs The Damien Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rosemary Weber (President), John L Weber (Trustee), Paul D Weber (Director) and Joel T Weber (Director).
What does The Damien Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.