Thomas A Demetrio Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas A Demetrio Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $99,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $61,000. 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$99,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$61,000
- Assets$48,007
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was down from $125,500 the year before.
29% of its 2025 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 | $92,350 | 13 | $50,815 |
| 2024 | $125,500 | 10 | $110,521 |
| 2025 | $99,000 | 7 | $48,007 |
How to apply
Thomas A Demetrio 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 Thomas A Demetrio Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $96,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lawyers Lend-A-Hand to Youth | General support | $61,000 |
| Center for Disability and Elder Law Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Chicago Bar Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| The Panhellenic Scholarship Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Illinois Judges Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Concussion and Cte Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| Skokie Country Club Education Foundation | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Demetrio
- Michael Demetrio
- Elaine Heidi Demetrio
Questions people ask
Does Thomas A Demetrio Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas A Demetrio Foundation give?
$99,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Thomas A Demetrio Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas Demetrio (Director), Michael Demetrio (Director) and Elaine Heidi Demetrio (Director).
What does Thomas A Demetrio Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.