The Kensington Square Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kensington Square Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $275,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$275,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.3 million 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 | $1.7 million | 39 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 28 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 24 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
The Kensington Square 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 Kensington Square Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 17 | $922,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $100,000 |
| Arizona | 5 | $85,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Window to the World Communications Inc (WTTW) | General support | $275,000 |
| Court Theatre | General support | $170,000 |
| Misericordia | General support | $100,000 |
| Yale University | General support | $100,000 |
| Steppenwolf Theatre | General support | $95,000 |
| Our Lady of Tepeyac High School | General support | $50,000 |
| Old St Patrick's Church | General support | $40,000 |
| Asu Foundation | General support | $35,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Chicago | General support | $25,000 |
| Depaul College Prep High School | General support | $25,000 |
| Dominican Sisters of Springfield | General support | $25,000 |
| Goodman Theatre | General support | $25,000 |
| Chicago Public Radio - Wbez | General support | $20,000 |
| Heard Museum | General support | $20,000 |
| Grant Park Orchestral Association | General support | $15,000 |
| Rush University Medical Center | General support | $15,000 |
| Theo Ubique Theatre Company | General support | $15,000 |
| Children at the Crossroads Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Hospice of the Valley | General support | $10,000 |
| KJZZ | General support | $10,000 |
| Mayo Clinic Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| St Mary's Food Bank Alliance | General support | $10,000 |
| The Cara Program | General support | $10,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | General support | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard C Carr
- Ann K Carr
Questions people ask
Does The Kensington Square Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kensington Square Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs The Kensington Square Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard C Carr (President-Director) and Ann K Carr (Secretary-Director).
What does The Kensington Square Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.