The McCall Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The McCall Family Foundation is a private foundation in Northbrook, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $100,875 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $30,000. 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$100,875
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was down from $166,776 the year before.
8% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $166,776 | 30 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $100,875 | 13 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
The McCall 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 McCall Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 4 | $45,296 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $31,500 |
| Illinois | 2 | $16,000 |
| California | 2 | $3,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,579 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Williams College | General charitable | $30,000 |
| McA Denver | General charitable | $25,500 |
| Breakthrough Urban Ministries | General charitable | $15,000 |
| Lab to Combat Human Trafficking | General charitable | $10,676 |
| University of Denver | General charitable | $7,500 |
| Hotchkiss School | General charitable | $2,579 |
| Fistula Foundation | General charitable | $2,500 |
| Dairy Arts Center Boulder | General charitable | $1,620 |
| School Year Abroad | General charitable | $1,500 |
| Cate School | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Colgate University | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Family Action Network | General charitable | $1,000 |
| Strong Girls United Fdn | General charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew B McCall
Questions people ask
Does The McCall Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The McCall Family Foundation give?
$100,875 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The McCall Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Matthew B McCall (Trustee).
What does The McCall Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.