The Gies Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gies Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.1 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $51,225 and the largest $1.7 million. 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$2.1 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$51,225
- Largest grant$1.7 million
- Assets$975,703
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
14% 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 | $834,500 | 14 | $69,210 |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 11 | $31,665 |
| 2025 | $2.1 million | 8 | $975,703 |
How to apply
The Gies 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 Gies Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $2.1 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Jesuit Academy | To offer children with educational and economic needs access to a catholic, college preparattory middle school education in the jesuit tradition. | $1.7 million |
| Accelerate Institute | To create transformational school leaders to ensure that children growing up in poverty have access to great schools. | $102,500 |
| Christ the King Academy | To offer children with educational and economic needs access to a catholic, college preparattory school education in the jesuit tradition. | $98,000 |
| By the Hand Club for Kids | To help children who live in under-resourced neighborhoods have abundant lives. | $51,600 |
| Holy Trinity High School | To help students with educational and economic needs have access to a catholic school. | $50,850 |
| Glenwood School for Boys | To help children and families who live in cycles of poverty, injustice, and inequity. | $38,000 |
| Individual | $25,000 | |
| Chicago Area Track and Field | The Chicago area offers a vibrant track and field community with various clubs, events, and facilities for athletes of all ages. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Larry W Gies
- Beth G Gies
- Brian F Richards
Questions people ask
Does The Gies Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gies Foundation give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $51,225.
Who runs The Gies Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Larry W Gies (Director / President), Beth G Gies (Director / Secretary) and Brian F Richards (Director).
What does The Gies Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and faith communities.