The Robert McCormack Family Charitable
Preselected recipients only
The Robert McCormack Family Charitable is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $885,800 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$885,800
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$17.3 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $316,500 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $316,500 | 1 | $11.3 million |
| 2024 | $885,800 | 32 | $17.3 million |
How to apply
The Robert McCormack Family Charitable 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 Robert McCormack Family Charitable funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 10 | $242,100 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $160,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $150,000 |
| New York | 5 | $140,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $37,500 |
| Rhode Island | 8 | $36,200 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hotchkiss School | General support | $150,000 |
| Naval Seal Foundation | General support | $150,000 |
| Everglades Foundation | General support | $125,000 |
| Hobe Sound Community Chest | General support | $50,000 |
| BMQR Nyyc American Magic (New York Yacht Club American Magic) | General support | $50,000 |
| Hoover Institution | General support | $50,000 |
| PTA of Lillie Devereaux Blake School | General support | $50,000 |
| Naval Institute Foundation | General support | $37,500 |
| World Forum Agi 2024 | General support | $27,000 |
| Shirley Ryan Ability Lab | General support | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital DGV Office for Resarch for Dr Mussa Mansour | General support | $25,000 |
| Ny Yc Foundation (New York Yacht Club Foundation) | General support | $25,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| HSS Foundation (Hospital for Special Surgery Foundation) | General support | $10,000 |
| Kent Place School | General support | $10,000 |
| Government Accountability Institute | General support | $10,000 |
| Naval War College Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Redding Land Trust Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Westerly Hospital Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Weekapaug Foundation Conservation | General support | $10,000 |
| UNC College of Arts and Science | General support | $10,000 |
| Maltz Jupiter Theatre Inc | General support | $7,000 |
| Christ Memorial Chapel | General support | $6,000 |
| Fau Wilkes Honor College (Florida Atlantic University-Wilkes Honor Cllge) | General support | $5,000 |
| The Metropolitan Club | General support | $5,000 |
| Watch Hill Conservancy | General support | $3,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Martin County | General support | $1,500 |
| Weekapaug Chapel Society | General support | $1,000 |
| Rhode Island PBS Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Banner Lake Club | General support | $600 |
| Westerly Library & Wilcox Park | General support | $500 |
| Westerly Armory Restoration | General support | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Northern Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does The Robert McCormack Family Charitable accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robert McCormack Family Charitable give?
$885,800 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Robert McCormack Family Charitable?
Its 2024 filing lists Northern Trust Company (Trustee).
What does The Robert McCormack Family Charitable fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and environment and conservation.