The Donnelley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Donnelley Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $734,450 in 152 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $36,000. 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$734,450
- Number of grants152
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$36,000
- Assets$15.8 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was down from $798,850 the year before.
47% 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 | $798,850 | 149 | $15.2 million |
| 2024 | $734,450 | 152 | $15.8 million |
How to apply
The Donnelley 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 Donnelley Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 19 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 72 | $275,350 |
| California | 15 | $160,000 |
| Florida | 9 | $75,500 |
| Massachusetts | 11 | $70,600 |
| New York | 7 | $35,000 |
| Colorado | 4 | $27,000 |
| Michigan | 6 | $25,500 |
| Montana | 7 | $14,500 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $11,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Sonoma Teaching Project | Unrestricted | $36,000 |
| The Sonoma Teaching Project | Unrestricted | $36,000 |
| The Sonoma Teaching Project | Unrestricted | $36,000 |
| The Society of the Four Arts | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Chicago Youth Centers | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Helping Hands | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Lake Forest College | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| MGH Leadership Council for Psychiatric Fund | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| 4THOSE | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| St Pauls Episcopal Church | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| The Mortem Arboretum | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Norton Museum of Art | Unrestricted | $14,500 |
| The Church of Bethesda-By-The-Sea | Unrestricted | $13,000 |
| Friends of Historic Second Church | Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| Sonoma Valley Community Church | Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| The Sonoma Teaching Project | Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| The Church of the Holy Spirit | Unrestricted | $11,000 |
| Austen Riggs Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Gorton Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| H2H Project | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Helping Hands | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| International Crane Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| MGH Leadership Council for Psychiatric Fund | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| MGH Leadership Council for Psychiatric Fund | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Lord's Place | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Town of Palm Beach United Way | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Field Museum | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Sonoma Charter School | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Chicago Architectural Foundation | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Lighthouse Christian Church | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| 4THOSE | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| 4THOSE | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Cares | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Chapel & York US Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Chicago Youth Centers | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Child Evangelism Fellowship | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Detour Reef Life Preservation Society | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas E Donnelley II
- Nicole C Herweck
- David E Donnelley
- Robert G Donnelley
Questions people ask
Does The Donnelley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Donnelley Foundation give?
$734,450 in tax year 2024, across 152 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Donnelley Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas E Donnelley II (President), Nicole C Herweck (Vice President), David E Donnelley (Vp/Secretary) and Robert G Donnelley (Vp/Treasurer).
What does The Donnelley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and education.