The James Huntington Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The James Huntington Foundation is a private foundation in Warrenville, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $21.6 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $21.3 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$21.6 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$21.3 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2024 was up from $952,500 the year before.
15% 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 | $948,000 | 45 | $21.4 million |
| 2024 | $21.6 million | 13 | $0 |
How to apply
The James Huntington 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 James Huntington Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $21.3 million |
| Illinois | 4 | $115,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $80,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $20,000 |
| Arizona | 3 | $18,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Philanthropic Trust | General purpose | $21.3 million |
| Mayo Clinic | General purpose | $80,000 |
| Merit School of Music | General purpose | $80,000 |
| Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Phi Delta Theta Foundation | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Propublica | General purpose | $20,000 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Old Town School of Folk Music | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Tuberous Sclerosis Alliance | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Tucson Museum of Art | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Amerind Foundation | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Young Naperville Singers | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Tucson Botanical Gardens | General purpose | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Samuel H Ellis
Questions people ask
Does The James Huntington Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The James Huntington Foundation give?
$21.6 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The James Huntington Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Samuel H Ellis (Trustee).
What does The James Huntington Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.