The Ritzenthaler Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ritzenthaler Family Foundation is a private foundation in Warrenville, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.5 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$2.5 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $700,000 the year before.
75% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $779,000 | 7 | $6.4 million |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $6.7 million |
| 2024 | $700,000 | 5 | $5.9 million |
| 2025 | $2.5 million | 8 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
The Ritzenthaler 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $2.5 million |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Central College | Payments for scholarships | $2.0 million |
| Northwest Community Hospital | General operating support | $400,000 |
| Misericordia | Community | $50,000 |
| Outreach Community Ministries | Community | $50,000 |
| 6 Thousand Moms NFP | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Historic Ironwood Theater | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Grow Well Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Point Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gene Matheau
- Margery G Phillips
- Louise Allen
Questions people ask
Does The Ritzenthaler Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ritzenthaler Family Foundation give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Ritzenthaler Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gene Matheau (Director), Margery G Phillips (Director) and Louise Allen (Director).