The McDermott Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The McDermott Foundation is a private foundation in Winnetka, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $35,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$35,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$504,287
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,800 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 | $30,225 | 18 | $536,831 |
| 2024 | $28,800 | 19 | $557,967 |
| 2025 | $35,500 | 14 | $504,287 |
How to apply
The McDermott 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 McDermott Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $29,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $500 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kenilworth Union Church | General | $15,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | General | $5,000 |
| Rush University | General | $5,000 |
| University of Chicago | General | $2,000 |
| Wake Forest University | General | $2,000 |
| Evanston Community Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| HPFF | General | $1,000 |
| Washington State University | General | $1,000 |
| Dartmouth University | General | $1,000 |
| Bucknell University | General | $500 |
| Individual | General | $500 |
| DePauw University | General | $500 |
| Georgia Institute of Technology | General | $500 |
| Individual | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann E McDermott
- Mary Tritley
- Elizabeth Isley
- Edward H McDermott
Questions people ask
Does The McDermott Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The McDermott Foundation give?
$35,500 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The McDermott Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ann E McDermott (President), Mary Tritley (Secretary/Treas), Elizabeth Isley (Director) and Edward H McDermott (Director).
What does The McDermott Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.