The Gallagher Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Gallagher Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2023 it gave $1.1 million in 28 grants; the typical grant was $25,500 and the largest $142,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$1.1 million
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$25,500
- Largest grant$142,000
- Assets$0
How to apply
| Contact | Cecile Wooster 652 Mecca Drive, Sarasota, FL 34234 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (847) 271-8803, ceciwooster@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Written requests only. |
What The Gallagher Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 22 | $883,658 |
| Maryland | 1 | $85,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $42,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $26,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marklund Children's Home | Family services | $142,000 |
| Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago | Religious and family services | $92,500 |
| Boys Hope Girls Hope | Family services | $87,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services Inc | Religious and family services | $85,000 |
| Mobile C A R E Foundation | Medical | $80,000 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | Cultural | $65,000 |
| Christ the King Jesuit College Preparatory School | Educational | $56,000 |
| Big Shoulders Fund | Family services | $55,000 |
| Inner City Impact | Religious | $50,000 |
| Brooklink | Family services | $42,000 |
| Misericordia | Family services | $31,000 |
| Annual Catholic Appeal | Religious | $30,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Medical research | $30,000 |
| University of Notre Dame | Educational | $26,000 |
| Armenian Relief Mission | Family srvices | $25,000 |
| Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago (New Hope Apartments) | Religious | $25,000 |
| Emmaus Ministries | Religious | $25,000 |
| Operation Warm | Family serviceseducational | $25,000 |
| Uso of Illinois | Military need | $25,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club Silicon Valley | Family services | $20,000 |
| New Foundation of Hope | Medical care | $17,000 |
| Training Leaders International | Educational | $15,000 |
| Erika's Lighthouse | Comunity and family services | $11,000 |
| American Brain Tumor Association | Medical | $10,000 |
| Josephinum Academy | Educational | $10,000 |
| Youth Choral Theater of Chicago | Cultural | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities Loss | Religious | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago | Religious-anticipated final distribution | $2,158 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary G Johnson
- Jennifer A Gallagher
Questions people ask
Does The Gallagher Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Gallagher Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2023, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $25,500.
Who runs The Gallagher Family Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Mary G Johnson (Trustee) and Jennifer A Gallagher (Trustee).
What does The Gallagher Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, faith communities and youth programs.