Webb Foundation
Accepts applications
Webb Foundation is a private foundation in Winthrop Harbor, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $317,500 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$317,500
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $314,250 the year before.
24% 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 | $307,000 | 49 | $6.7 million |
| 2024 | $314,250 | 50 | $7.3 million |
| 2025 | $317,500 | 47 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Webb Foundation PO Box 423, Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (262) 948-1033 |
| What to submit | A formal proposal should be submitted to the donations committee for review. The proposal should include a cover letter, executive summary, budget information, supporting materials, and narrative describing the organization's mission. See the web site of the webb foundation for more details on how to apply. |
| Deadlines | February 28 for june meeting and august 31 for november meeting |
| Restrictions | The webb foundation is a private family foundation that serves the metropolitan areas of st. Louis and chicago. The foundation's focus has been on supporting organizations who serve children at risk, education and those who serve the elderly. |
What Webb Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 27 | $152,000 |
| Maryland | 4 | $65,000 |
| Missouri | 8 | $44,000 |
| Washington | 3 | $26,500 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $15,000 |
| Iowa | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lutheran World Relief | Earthquake relief-myanmar & thailand | $20,000 |
| Lutheran World Relief | Ca wild fires | $20,000 |
| Lutheran Child & Fam Svcs of Il | Children with cancer | $15,000 |
| Lutheran World Relief | Hurricane melissa-jamaica | $15,000 |
| Wells 4 Wellness | Nguel kolo church well | $11,000 |
| Camp Brimshire | Camp repair projects | $10,000 |
| Lutheran Child & Family Svcs of Il | Nurturing & strengthening | $10,000 |
| Lutheran World Relief | Texas floods | $10,000 |
| Opal House | Solar power project | $10,000 |
| Opal House | Work utility vehicle | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army | Hunger & poverty programs | $10,000 |
| Service League of Crystal Lake | Outreach sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Connections to Care | Rides for seniors | $8,500 |
| Lutheran Child & Fam Svcs of Il | Christmas drive | $7,000 |
| Embrace Guatemala | Cultural awareness for mayan cldrn | $6,500 |
| Alicia's House | Food pantry | $5,000 |
| Almost Home | Empowering teen mothers | $5,000 |
| Cool Ministries | Food pantry | $5,000 |
| Crystal Lake Food Pantry | Food pantry | $5,000 |
| Alain Locke Charter School | Higher education & career counseling | $5,000 |
| Elca Outreach Center | Life essential services | $5,000 |
| Fish of McHenry Food Pantry | Food pantry | $5,000 |
| Chgoland Lutheran Education Fdn | Gen operations | $5,000 |
| Good Shepherd Children & Fam Svcs | Maternity shelter & transition prgms | $5,000 |
| Gigi Playhouse | Down syndrome prgm & services | $5,000 |
| Kids for Christ | After school program | $5,000 |
| Little Bit Foundation | Gen operating | $5,000 |
| My Joyful Heart | My joyful heart program | $5,000 |
| Margaret's Village | Transitional housing & empowerment | $5,000 |
| Partners in Hope | Food distribution | $5,000 |
| NAMI McHenry County | Mental health crisis | $5,000 |
| Ready Readers | Storytime program | $5,000 |
| Saint Louis Priory School | James brain barry scholarship fd | $5,000 |
| One Love Global Wellness Fdn | Mission meals prgm | $5,000 |
| Pads | Shelter and support services | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Hunger & poverty prgms | $5,000 |
| Shalom Center of Interfaith | Food pantry | $5,000 |
| The Center of Concern | Older adult services | $5,000 |
| The Harbour Inc | Safe harour house | $5,000 |
| St Andrews Charitable Fdn | In home services for seniors | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donna S Preves
- Linda Barry
- John Barry
- Robert Preves
- Greg Preves
- Meghan Barry
- Jill Preves
- Amy Preves
Questions people ask
Does Webb Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: February 28 for june meeting and august 31 for november meeting.
How much does Webb Foundation give?
$317,500 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Webb Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Donna S Preves (Advisor), Linda Barry (Administrato), John Barry (Advisor) and Robert Preves (Investment M) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Webb Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and youth programs.