Wavering Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wavering Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $759,900 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $12,550 and the largest $401,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$759,900
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$12,550
- Largest grant$401,000
- Assets$18.1 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2024 was down from $781,997 the year before.
58% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $781,997 | 10 | $16.5 million |
| 2024 | $759,900 | 12 | $18.1 million |
How to apply
Wavering Family Charitable 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 Wavering Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 10 | $749,800 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,100 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Everglades Foundation | Support for organization's mission | $401,000 |
| Captains for Clean Water | Support for organization's mission | $130,000 |
| Naples Historical Society | Support for organization's mission | $86,500 |
| Naples Botanical Garden | Support for organization's mission | $47,300 |
| Community School of Naples | Support for organization's mission | $45,000 |
| Holocaust Museum | Support for organization's mission | $20,000 |
| North Shore Country Club Foundation Inc | Support for organization's mission | $5,100 |
| Naples Yacht Club Blue Gavel Scholarship Fund | Support for organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Neighborhood Health Clinic | Support for organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Northwoods Living Care Foundation | Support for organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Shelter for Abused Women & Children | Support for organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Youth Haven | Support for organization's mission | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- The Northern Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Wavering Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wavering Family Charitable Foundation give?
$759,900 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $12,550.
Who runs Wavering Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists The Northern Trust Company (Trustee).
What does Wavering Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and arts and culture.