White Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
White Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Winnetka, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $105,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$105,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2025 was up from $61,010 the year before.
61% of its 2025 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 | $74,110 | 16 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $61,010 | 12 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $105,000 | 18 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
White 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 White Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $42,500 |
| Colorado | 4 | $27,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $15,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $9,500 |
| New York | 1 | $5,500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SVRS | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Northwestern University | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Cheyenne Mountain Zoo | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Field Museum | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Navigators | Charitable | $9,500 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Charitable | $5,500 |
| Ron Burton Training Village | Charitable | $5,500 |
| North Shore Hospitals Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ravinia Festival | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Woodman Valley Chapel | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Jackson County Community College | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Sheil Catholic Center | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Lumind Idsc Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Younglife | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Global European Mission | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Orchard Village | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Harvard Business School | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William J White
- Gretchen W Flowers
- Maria W McNary
- James N White
- Thomas G White
Questions people ask
Does White Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does White Family Charitable Foundation give?
$105,000 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs White Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William J White (President), Gretchen W Flowers (Vice President), Maria W McNary (Vice President) and James N White (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does White Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.