William M Hales Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William M Hales Foundation is a private foundation in Kenilworth, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $366,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $30,000. 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$366,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$8.7 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $353,000 the year before.
20% 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 | $342,000 | 1 | $7.5 million |
| 2024 | $353,000 | 24 | $7.9 million |
| 2025 | $366,000 | 25 | $8.7 million |
How to apply
William M Hales 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 M Hales Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 16 | $173,500 |
| Colorado | 3 | $60,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $50,000 |
| South Dakota | 2 | $45,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $12,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oglala Lakota College | General support | $30,000 |
| Center of Hope | General support | $30,000 |
| Clearwater Camp Foundation | General support | $30,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | General support | $25,000 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Mediators Foundation Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | General support | $20,000 |
| Living Lands & Waters | General support | $20,000 |
| Beloit College | General support | $20,000 |
| Big City Mountaineers | General support | $20,000 |
| Food Bank for Lamier County | General support | $20,000 |
| One Spirit | General support | $15,000 |
| St Judes Children's Research Hospital | General support | $12,500 |
| Union League Boys & Girls Club | General support | $10,000 |
| Mercy Home for Boys & Girls | General support | $10,000 |
| Hadley School for the Blind | General support | $10,000 |
| Chicago Horticultural Society | General support | $10,000 |
| Good News Partners | General support | $10,000 |
| Wellness House | General support | $10,000 |
| WTTW Channel 11 | General support | $7,500 |
| Josselyn Center | General support | $3,000 |
| Northshore Hospitals Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| Counseling Center of the North Shore | General support | $2,000 |
| Northshore Senior Center | General support | $2,000 |
| Adler Planetarium | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Catherine L Hales
- Erik W Hales
- Rebecca Farrell
- Clara Hales
Questions people ask
Does William M Hales Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William M Hales Foundation give?
$366,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs William M Hales Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Catherine L Hales (President), Erik W Hales (Vice President), Rebecca Farrell (Secretary) and Clara Hales (Treasurer).
What does William M Hales Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and food and hunger.