The Grainger Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Grainger Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lake Forest, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $21.8 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $21.8 million and the largest $21.8 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$21.8 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$21.8 million
- Largest grant$21.8 million
- Assets$312 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $20.4 million the year before.
0% 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 | $16.7 million | 1 | $265 million |
| 2024 | $20.4 million | 1 | $284 million |
| 2025 | $21.8 million | 1 | $312 million |
How to apply
The Grainger Foundation Inc 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $21.8 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Attached Schedule | See attached schedule | $21.8 million |
Officers and trustees
- J L Howard
- J S Chapman
- J T Ryan
- G J Sinclair
- W B Hayden
- Julia Wold
- C J Bellmore
Questions people ask
Does The Grainger Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Grainger Foundation Inc give?
$21.8 million in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $21.8 million.
Who runs The Grainger Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists J L Howard (President, Chairman & Director), J S Chapman (Chairman Emeritus & Director), J T Ryan (Director) and G J Sinclair (Senior Vice President & Secretary) among 7 officers and trustees.