The Sally Guzowski Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sally Guzowski Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $215,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$215,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $150,000 the year before.
56% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $150,000 | 9 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $215,000 | 9 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
The Sally Guzowski 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Sally Guzowski Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 8 | $190,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Frankfort-Elbentra Education Foundation Inc | Scholarship found | $100,000 |
| Child and Family Services of Northwestern Michicagn | Family child services | $25,000 |
| Hawaii Community Foundation | General fund | $25,000 |
| Benzie Area Symphony Orchestra Inc | General fund | $15,000 |
| Generations Ahead | General fund | $15,000 |
| Leelanau Early Childhood Development | Education | $10,000 |
| Leelanau County Cancer Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Children's Advocacy Center | General fund | $10,000 |
| Leelanau County Prospectors Club | Scholarship fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Josef Guzowski
- Richard Guzowski
- Andrew Guzowski
- Mattew Guzowski
Questions people ask
Does The Sally Guzowski Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sally Guzowski Foundation give?
$215,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Sally Guzowski Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Josef Guzowski (President), Richard Guzowski (Vice President), Andrew Guzowski (Secretary) and Mattew Guzowski (Treasurer).
What does The Sally Guzowski Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.