The Lovey Project Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Lovey Project Inc is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,076 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $314 and the largest $3,985. 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$12,076
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$314
- Largest grant$3,985
- Assets$399,110
How to apply
The Lovey Project Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Lovey Project Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $8,402 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,280 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,200 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
| New York | 1 | $314 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $280 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community House | Mental health, young development and community recreation | $3,985 |
| Hephzibah Childrens Association | Family and child services | $2,750 |
| Operation Paperback Inc | Child educational support | $1,280 |
| Tryall Fund Jamaica | Family and child services | $1,200 |
| Mercy Home for Children Inc | Child educational support | $1,000 |
| Society of Childrens Book Writers and Illustrators | Child educational support | $500 |
| Child Mind Institute Inc | Child educational support | $314 |
| Mountain View Elementary | Child educational support | $280 |
| DuPage PADS Inc | Individual and family housing services | $257 |
| HCS Family Services | Family nutritional support | $250 |
| Face the Future Foundation | Family medical services | $100 |
| Big Five Tanzania Ltd | Individual and family services | $100 |
| Hinsdale United Methodist Church | Family and child services | $60 |
Officers and trustees
- Jennifer R Dean
- John F Dean
- Michael T Dean
Questions people ask
Does The Lovey Project Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lovey Project Inc give?
$12,076 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $314.
Who runs The Lovey Project Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jennifer R Dean (President), John F Dean (Treasurer) and Michael T Dean (Director).
What does The Lovey Project Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and education.