William J Clancy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William J Clancy Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $65,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$65,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $62,500 the year before.
8% 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 | $60,000 | 12 | $995,035 |
| 2024 | $62,500 | 13 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $65,000 | 13 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
William J Clancy 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 William J Clancy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $50,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mishpacha Orphanage Odessa | Charity | $5,000 |
| Morton Arboretum Youth Science | Charity | $5,000 |
| Ukranian Relief Project | Charity | $5,000 |
| Buddy's Place of Pillars | Charity | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Charity | $5,000 |
| The Gift of Carl Foundation | Charity | $5,000 |
| Blessings in A Backpack | Charity | $5,000 |
| Peggy Notebaert Museum | Charity | $5,000 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | Charity | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Charity | $5,000 |
| Howard Brown Health Benefit | Charity | $5,000 |
| Working in the Schools | Charity | $5,000 |
| Brookfield Zoo | Charity | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kim Mrozek
- Jeffrey Carren
- Timothy Carroll
Questions people ask
Does William J Clancy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William J Clancy Foundation give?
$65,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs William J Clancy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kim Mrozek (Trustee), Jeffrey Carren (Trustee) and Timothy Carroll (Trustee).
What does William J Clancy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and youth programs.