The Francis J and Patricia A Houlihan
Preselected recipients only
The Francis J and Patricia A Houlihan is a private foundation in Barrington, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $149,010 in 62 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $9,000. 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$149,010
- Number of grants62
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$9,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $146,100 the year before.
31% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $151,000 | 58 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $146,100 | 57 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $149,010 | 62 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
The Francis J and Patricia A Houlihan 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 Francis J and Patricia A Houlihan funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 35 | $89,800 |
| Wisconsin | 7 | $16,010 |
| New York | 3 | $12,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $4,400 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $4,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $4,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $4,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $3,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $3,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $2,800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tunnel to the Towers | General | $9,000 |
| Raue Center for the Arts | General | $7,500 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | General | $7,000 |
| St Jude | General | $7,000 |
| Wounded Warrior | General | $6,000 |
| Ann and Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital | General | $5,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Hospital | General | $5,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | General | $5,000 |
| Veterans Closet | General | $5,000 |
| Water Safety Patrol | General | $5,000 |
| Belfry Music Theatre | General | $4,510 |
| St Anne's Church | Charity's exempt purpose | $4,500 |
| Folds of Honor Foundation | General | $4,400 |
| Jaco Booyens Ministries | General | $4,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General | $4,000 |
| Paralyzed Veterans of America | General | $3,000 |
| St Francis Desales School | General | $3,000 |
| St Josephs Indian School | General | $3,000 |
| Marist High School | General | $2,500 |
| Mother McAuley High School | General | $2,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | General | $2,500 |
| American Red Cross | General | $2,000 |
| Disabled American Veterans | General | $2,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General | $2,000 |
| Mike Rowe Works Foundation | General | $2,000 |
| New Day Womens Clinic Inc | General | $2,000 |
| School Sisters of St Francis | General | $2,000 |
| Side by Side Charter School | General | $2,000 |
| Sisters of St Francis | General | $2,000 |
| Susan B Anthony List | General | $2,000 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars | General | $2,000 |
| St Patricks Catholic Church | General | $1,500 |
| Catlow 1927 Foundation | General | $1,200 |
| 1st Way Life Center | General | $1,000 |
| Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital | General | $1,000 |
| Aid to the Church in Need | General | $1,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | General | $1,000 |
| Barrington Area Council on Aging | General | $1,000 |
| Barrington White House | General | $1,000 |
| Birthright | Charity's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Francis Houlihan
- Kathleen Mary Janke
- Gregory Dowell
- Mary Francis Mattoon
- Maureen Ann Otten
- Aileen Marie Fitzgerald
- Whitman Brisky
Questions people ask
Does The Francis J and Patricia A Houlihan accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Francis J and Patricia A Houlihan give?
$149,010 in tax year 2025, across 62 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs The Francis J and Patricia A Houlihan?
Its 2025 filing lists Francis Houlihan (President), Kathleen Mary Janke (Vice President), Gregory Dowell (Treasurer) and Mary Francis Mattoon (Vice President) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Francis J and Patricia A Houlihan fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, veterans and education.