The Emil J & Marie D Kochton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Emil J & Marie D Kochton Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $187,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$187,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $172,150 the year before.
13% of its 2025 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 | $155,150 | 18 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $172,150 | 20 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $187,000 | 15 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
The Emil J & Marie D Kochton 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 Emil J & Marie D Kochton Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 14 | $177,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aspire of Il | General | $20,000 |
| Kids Above All | General | $20,000 |
| St Rita of Cascia High School | General | $20,000 |
| Wellness House | General | $20,000 |
| Invisible Wounds Foundation | General | $15,000 |
| The Morton Arboretum | General | $12,000 |
| Aid for Women | General | $10,000 |
| Assistance League of Chicagoland West | General | $10,000 |
| Benet Academy | General | $10,000 |
| Josephinum High School | General | $10,000 |
| Mercy Home for Boys and Girls | General | $10,000 |
| US Constitution Scholarship Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Nazarethville Retirement Home | General | $5,000 |
| Sisters of Christian Charity | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kristin D Cortes
- Ernest Mrozek
- Christopher W Neumann
- Donald Mrozek
Questions people ask
Does The Emil J & Marie D Kochton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Emil J & Marie D Kochton Foundation give?
$187,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Emil J & Marie D Kochton Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kristin D Cortes (Trustee), Ernest Mrozek (Trustee), Christopher W Neumann (Trustee) and Donald Mrozek (Trustee).
What does The Emil J & Marie D Kochton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.