The William F O'Connor Foundation
Accepts applications
The William F O'Connor Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $260,000 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $110,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$260,000
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$110,000
- Assets$9.9 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $258,000 the year before.
11% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $258,000 | 25 | $9.8 million |
| 2024 | $260,000 | 27 | $9.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Carol Hennessy the William F O'Conn 141 W Jackson Suite 2250, Chicago, IL 60604 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (312) 922-0062 |
| What to submit | Business letter request with copy of tax return and financial statements. |
| Restrictions | Board discretion |
What The William F O'Connor Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 22 | $223,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,500 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| WTTW Channel 11 | General | $110,000 |
| The Bridge Fund | General | $25,000 |
| St Coletta's of Illinois Foundation | General | $15,000 |
| Chicago Jesuit Academy | General | $10,000 |
| Club of Hearts Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Mission of Our Lady of Mercy-Mercy Home for Boys and Girls | General | $10,000 |
| Reading Power Inc | General | $10,000 |
| St Patrick High School | General | $10,000 |
| Hazelden Betty Ford | General | $7,500 |
| Loyola Academy | General | $7,000 |
| Big Shoulders Fund | General | $5,000 |
| Brother Dan's Food Pantry | General | $5,000 |
| Chicago History Museum | General | $5,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | General | $5,000 |
| Misericordia Family Association | General | $5,000 |
| The Manna Food Project | General | $5,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School | General | $4,000 |
| Catholic Charities | General | $2,500 |
| Boys Hope Girls Hope of Illinois | General | $1,500 |
| St Angela School | General | $1,500 |
| The Joffrey Ballet of Chicago | General | $1,500 |
| Our Lady of the Light | General | $1,500 |
| Catholic Church Extension Society of USA | General | $1,000 |
| Our Fallen Hero Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Desert Community Foundation | General | $500 |
| North Shore Art League | General | $250 |
| Palette & Chisel Academy of Fine Arts | General | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol Hennessy
- Mary Jane O'Connor
- Philip C Ryan
Questions people ask
Does The William F O'Connor Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The William F O'Connor Foundation give?
$260,000 in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The William F O'Connor Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carol Hennessy (President), Mary Jane O'Connor (Assistant Secretary) and Philip C Ryan (Secretary).
What does The William F O'Connor Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.