Virginia W Little Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Virginia W Little Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $63,996 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,333 and the largest $5,333. 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$63,996
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,333
- Largest grant$5,333
- Assets$665,272
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $19,020 | 12 | $558,664 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $614,644 |
| 2025 | $63,996 | 12 | $665,272 |
How to apply
Virginia W Little Charitable Trust 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 Virginia W Little Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 9 | $47,997 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,333 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,333 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,333 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New England Anti-Vivisection Society | General support | $5,333 |
| Vivisection Investigation League | General support | $5,333 |
| The Seeing Eye Inc | General support | $5,333 |
| Northshore University Health System | General support | $5,333 |
| Glenwood Academy | General support | $5,333 |
| Children Home & Aid | General support | $5,333 |
| Presbyterian Homes | General support | $5,333 |
| Kids Above All Illinois Fka Childserv | General support | $5,333 |
| Anti-Cruelty Society | General support | $5,333 |
| Kenilworth Union Church | General support | $5,333 |
| Animal Welfare League | General support | $5,333 |
| Kay's Animal Shelter | General support | $5,333 |
Officers and trustees
- Northern Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Virginia W Little Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Virginia W Little Charitable Trust give?
$63,996 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,333.
Who runs Virginia W Little Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Northern Trust Company (Trustee).
What does Virginia W Little Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and faith communities.