Walter E & Dorothy E Howell
Preselected recipients only
Walter E & Dorothy E Howell is a private foundation in Orland Park, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $14,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $7,000. 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$14,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$540,829
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $12,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $12,000 | 2 | $334,407 |
| 2024 | $12,000 | 2 | $569,738 |
| 2025 | $14,000 | 2 | $540,829 |
How to apply
Walter E & Dorothy E Howell 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 Walter E & Dorothy E Howell funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $14,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shriners Hospital for Children | General | $7,000 |
| Lurie Childrens Hospital | General | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul R Schouten
- John R Kovatch
- John Newton
Questions people ask
Does Walter E & Dorothy E Howell accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Walter E & Dorothy E Howell give?
$14,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs Walter E & Dorothy E Howell?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul R Schouten (Trustee), John R Kovatch (Trustee) and John Newton (Trustee).
What does Walter E & Dorothy E Howell fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.