Tony Galines Foundation
Accepts applications
Tony Galines Foundation is a private foundation in Herrin, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $34,339 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,549 and the largest $6,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$34,339
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,549
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$901,200
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $31,696 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 | $33,738 | 12 | $723,888 |
| 2024 | $31,696 | 11 | $850,801 |
| 2025 | $34,339 | 11 | $901,200 |
How to apply
| Contact | Tony Galines Foundation Bank of Herrin Trust Dept, Herrin, IL 62948 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (618) 942-6666 |
| What to submit | Informal written or verbal request |
What Tony Galines Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 11 | $34,339 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose House Church | Meals | $6,000 |
| Veterans Honor Flight | Guardian Sponsorship | $6,000 |
| Herrin City Library | New server & digital resources | $5,990 |
| City of Herrin Herrin Police Department | Shop with a cop | $4,000 |
| Lighthouse Shelter | General support | $4,000 |
| Caring Counseling Ministries | General support | $2,549 |
| Johnston City Jr Baseball League | Batting cage | $1,800 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- The Bank of Herrin
- Barbara Jacobs
- Don Benitone
- Jason Henson
- Paula Johnson
Questions people ask
Does Tony Galines Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Tony Galines Foundation give?
$34,339 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,549.
Who runs Tony Galines Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists The Bank of Herrin (Trustee), Barbara Jacobs (Advisor), Don Benitone (Advisor) and Jason Henson (Advisor) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Tony Galines Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.