Thorn River Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thorn River Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $15,000. 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$50,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $45,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $42,500 | 5 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $45,000 | 6 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $50,000 | 6 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Thorn River 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 Thorn River Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northshore Kellogg Cancer Center | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Shirley Ryan Abilitylab | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Allendale Association | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Libertyville Sunrise Rotary Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rockney W Hudson
- Mary A Heatter
- Katherine H Rekett
Questions people ask
Does Thorn River Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thorn River Foundation give?
$50,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Thorn River Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rockney W Hudson (President/Treas/Director), Mary A Heatter (Secy/Director) and Katherine H Rekett (Director).
What does Thorn River Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.