The Griffith Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Griffith Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $275,006 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,025 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$275,006
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,025
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $310,029 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $310,029 | 18 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $275,006 | 20 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Griffith Family Foundation 1 Griffith Center, Alsip, IL 60803-3495 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (708) 371-0900 |
| Deadlines | October 1 |
| Restrictions | None other than by law or statute |
What The Griffith Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 5 | $156,931 |
| Wisconsin | 7 | $44,053 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $30,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $23,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $512 |
| Michigan | 1 | $510 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum | Exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| American Conservation Coalition | Exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Christ in the Desert | Exempt purpose | $23,000 |
| Geneva Lake Conservancy Inc | Exempt purpose | $10,300 |
| Holiday Home Camp | Exempt purpose | $10,203 |
| Friends of Kishwauketoe | Exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Project Drawdown | Exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Exempt purpose | $5,181 |
| Geneva Lake Water Safety Patrol | Exempt purpose | $5,050 |
| Geneva Area Foundation Horticultura | Exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Dark Sky International | Exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Individual | Exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Meridian Institute | Exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Lake Geneva Country Club Foundation | Exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Northwestern University Alumni | Exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Inspiration Ministries | Exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Individual | Exempt purpose | $750 |
| Trinity Foundation | Exempt purpose | $512 |
| Michigan Trails Fund | Exempt purpose | $510 |
Officers and trustees
- Bill Cahill
- Lois Jo Griffith
- Joseph R Maslick
- Brian Griffith
- David Kim
- Joseph Sinclair
Questions people ask
Does The Griffith Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: October 1.
How much does The Griffith Family Foundation give?
$275,006 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,025.
Who runs The Griffith Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bill Cahill (Asst. Secretary), Lois Jo Griffith (Vice President), Joseph R Maslick (Executive VP) and Brian Griffith (President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Griffith Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.