Vranas Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vranas Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lincolnwood, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $127,650 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$127,650
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $104,300 the year before.
27% 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 | $46,500 | 14 | $0 |
| 2024 | $104,300 | 17 | $0 |
| 2025 | $127,650 | 16 | $0 |
How to apply
Vranas Family 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 Vranas Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $60,000 |
| Illinois | 13 | $57,650 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Resurrection Greek Orth Church | Support needs of organization | $60,000 |
| Assumption Greek Orthodox Church | Support needs of organization | $10,000 |
| Pan Hellenic Education Foundation | Support needs of organization | $10,000 |
| National Hellenic Museum | Support needs of organization | $8,500 |
| STS Peter Paul Greek Orthodox Churc | Support needs of organization | $6,750 |
| Greek American Health Services Foun | Support needs of organization | $6,500 |
| Orthodox Christian Mission Center | Support needs of organization | $5,000 |
| Int'l Orthodox Christian Charities | Support needs of organization | $5,000 |
| Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicag | Support needs of organization | $5,000 |
| Ascension of Our Lord Church | Support needs of organization | $2,500 |
| Annunciation Go Church | Support needs of organization | $2,400 |
| P Economos Memorial Scholarship Ahe | Support needs of organization | $2,000 |
| 13th District Ahepa Scholarship Fun | Support needs of organization | $1,500 |
| Hellenic Bar Association | Support needs of organization | $1,000 |
| Ahepa 205 | Support needs of organization | $1,000 |
| Individual | Support needs of organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- William P Vranas
- Nicholas P Vranas
- John P Vranas
- Peter P Vranas
Questions people ask
Does Vranas Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vranas Family Foundation give?
$127,650 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Vranas Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William P Vranas (President), Nicholas P Vranas (Vice President), John P Vranas (Treasurer) and Peter P Vranas (Secretary).
What does Vranas Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.