The John P Loftus Scholarship Fund
Preselected recipients only
The John P Loftus Scholarship Fund is a private foundation in Park Ridge, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$12,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$56,158
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $10,000 the year before.
17% of its 2025 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 | $8,000 | 4 | $46,247 |
| 2024 | $10,000 | 6 | $43,722 |
| 2025 | $12,000 | 6 | $56,158 |
How to apply
The John P Loftus Scholarship Fund 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 John P Loftus Scholarship Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Patrick's High School | Scholarship Fund | $2,000 |
| Josephenium High School | Scholarship Fund | $2,000 |
| Regina Dominican High School | Scholarship Fund | $2,000 |
| Nazareth High School | Scholarship Fund | $2,000 |
| St Laurence High School | Scholarship Fund | $2,000 |
| Marist High School | Scholarship Fund | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Colleen Loftus
- Roseanne Loftus
- Joseph Kennedy
- Margaret Musur
Questions people ask
Does The John P Loftus Scholarship Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The John P Loftus Scholarship Fund give?
$12,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The John P Loftus Scholarship Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Colleen Loftus (President / Director), Roseanne Loftus (Secretary / Director), Joseph Kennedy (Treasurer) and Margaret Musur (Director).
What does The John P Loftus Scholarship Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.