The Lorraine Allen and Rita Mae Allen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lorraine Allen and Rita Mae Allen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Vandalia, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $228,860 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$228,860
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $207,500 the year before.
11% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $162,500 | 17 | $3.8 million |
| 2023 | $207,500 | 21 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $228,860 | 23 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
The Lorraine Allen and Rita Mae Allen Family 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 Lorraine Allen and Rita Mae Allen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 7 | $148,860 |
| Illinois | 15 | $65,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of St Louis | Donation | $70,000 |
| Koi Rinah | Donation | $25,000 |
| National Council of Jewish Women | Donation | $15,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | Donation | $15,000 |
| J Associates | Donation | $11,360 |
| Be the Narrative | Donation | $10,000 |
| Camp Ben Franken | Donation | $10,000 |
| Congregation Shaare Emeth | Donation | $10,000 |
| Jewish Community Center | Donation | $7,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarhip | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Greenberg
- Ruth Ann Summers
Questions people ask
Does The Lorraine Allen and Rita Mae Allen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lorraine Allen and Rita Mae Allen Family Foundation give?
$228,860 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Lorraine Allen and Rita Mae Allen Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Greenberg (Secretary/Tr) and Ruth Ann Summers (Trustee).
What does The Lorraine Allen and Rita Mae Allen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.