Therkildsen Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Therkildsen Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Naperville, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $418,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $416,000. 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$418,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$416,000
- Assets$10.7 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $352,750 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $354,250 | 4 | $8.1 million |
| 2024 | $352,750 | 4 | $10.2 million |
| 2025 | $418,500 | 4 | $10.7 million |
How to apply
Therkildsen Charitable 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 Therkildsen Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 1 | $416,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa State University Fdn | Charitiable contribution | $416,000 |
| Susan G Komen Race for the Cure | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Trinitas Classic Academy | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Horsepower Therapeutic Riding | Charitable contribution | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles G Therkildsen
- Joyce A Therkildsen
- Deanne L Prochnow
- Debra L Peterson
Questions people ask
Does Therkildsen Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Therkildsen Charitable Foundation give?
$418,500 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Therkildsen Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles G Therkildsen (Trustee), Joyce A Therkildsen (Trustee), Deanne L Prochnow (Trustee) and Debra L Peterson (Trustee).
What does Therkildsen Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.