The Victor Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Victor Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $111,695 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$111,695
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was down from $181,072 the year before.
26% of its 2024 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 | $181,072 | 31 | $6.3 million |
| 2024 | $111,695 | 33 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
The Victor 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 Victor Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 15 | $136,980 |
| New York | 8 | $46,065 |
| Illinois | 2 | $15,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $10,400 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $4,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood North Central States | Program support | $50,000 |
| Allina Health Foundation (Fka Abbott Northwestern Hospital Foundation) | Program support | $25,000 |
| Temple Israel | Program support | $12,000 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee | General operating support/annual gift | $10,000 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee | Program support | $10,000 |
| Camp Nebagamon (Fka CN Foundation) | General operating support/annual gift | $10,000 |
| Erikson Institute | General operating support/annual gift | $10,000 |
| Jewish Agency for Israel | General operating support/annual gift | $10,000 |
| Jewish Community Relations Council | General operating support/annual gift | $10,000 |
| Minneapolis Jewish Federation | Program support | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood North Central States | General operating support/annual gift | $10,000 |
| Allina Health Foundation (Fka Abbott Northwestern Hospital Foundation) | Program support | $7,000 |
| Temple Israel | General operating support/annual gift | $7,000 |
| Barnard College | General operating support/annual gift | $5,000 |
| Columbia Business School | General operating support/annual gift | $5,000 |
| Columbia Law School | General operating support/annual gift | $5,000 |
| Start Early (Fka Ounce of Prevention Fund) | General operating support/annual gift | $5,000 |
| Wesleyan University | General operating support/annual gift | $5,000 |
| Yale Child Study Center | General operating support/annual gift | $5,000 |
| Norwood School | General operating support/annual gift | $2,500 |
| Norwood School | General operating support/annual gift | $2,000 |
| Minneapolis Society of Fine Arts (Aka Minneapolis Institute of Arts) | General operating support/annual gift | $1,500 |
| Lauder Institute Alumni Association | General operating support/annual gift | $1,000 |
| Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation | General operating support/annual gift | $1,000 |
| Minnesota JCC (Fka Sabes Jewish | General operating support/annual gift | $1,000 |
| Sholom Foundation | Program support | $1,000 |
| Temple Israel | Program support | $980 |
| University of Pennsylvania Trustees | General operating support/annual gift | $500 |
| Yale University | General operating support/annual gift | $400 |
| Minnesota Orchestral Association | General operating support/annual gift | $250 |
| Planned Parenthood of the St Louis | General operating support/annual gift | $250 |
| Walker Art Center Inc | General operating support/annual gift | $250 |
| Friends of Birdlife International | General operating support/annual gift | $65 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda Masters Barrows
- Robert Lewis Barrows
- Stephen H Barrows
- Michael C McQuinn
- Lauren K Macdonald
Questions people ask
Does The Victor Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Victor Foundation give?
$111,695 in tax year 2024, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Victor Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Linda Masters Barrows (Secretary/Treasurer/Director), Robert Lewis Barrows (President/Director), Stephen H Barrows (Vice President/Director) and Michael C McQuinn (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Victor Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.