The Donald McNeeley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Donald McNeeley Foundation is a private foundation in Downers Grove, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $57,523 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$57,523
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees77%
Giving in 2024 was up from $53,880 the year before.
77% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $53,880 | 17 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $57,523 | 20 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Donald McNeeley 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 Donald McNeeley Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $27,691 |
| Indiana | 3 | $14,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $7,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $2,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,332 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fabricators & Manufacturers Association | Charitable | $10,000 |
| South Bend Youth Hockey | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Build Each Other Up | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Penfed Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| National Pku Alliance | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Guardian Angels | Charitable | $1,332 |
| People's Resource Center | Winter clothing drive | $541 |
| Permian Mojo Baseball | Charitable | $500 |
| Humanitarian Service Project | Christmas toys | $479 |
| 4 Kids Sake | Thanksgiving food drive | $471 |
| McKendree University | Charitable | $100 |
| Crystal Lake South High School | Support boys golf team | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald McNeeley
- Elizabeth McNeeley
- Meghan McNeeley-Skidmore
- Kelly McNeeley-Moore
Questions people ask
Does The Donald McNeeley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Donald McNeeley Foundation give?
$57,523 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Donald McNeeley Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Donald McNeeley (Director), Elizabeth McNeeley (Director), Meghan McNeeley-Skidmore (Director) and Kelly McNeeley-Moore (Director).
What does The Donald McNeeley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.