Young Future Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Young Future Foundation is a private foundation in Evanston, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $625,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$625,000
- Assets$19.4 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $884,300 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $884,300 | 26 | $19.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 18 | $19.4 million |
How to apply
Young Future 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 Young Future Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 1 | $625,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $150,000 |
| New York | 3 | $75,206 |
| Illinois | 3 | $65,091 |
| California | 4 | $42,912 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $26,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Purdue Research Foundation | Public charity | $625,000 |
| University of North Carolina | Public charity | $150,000 |
| Farm Sanctuary | Public charity | $50,000 |
| Mercy for Animals Inc | Public charity | $50,000 |
| Giving Fund | Public charity | $26,000 |
| SPF Animal Sanctuary | Public charity | $15,206 |
| Gentle Barn | Public charity | $15,000 |
| Peta | Public charity | $15,000 |
| College Possible | Public charity | $12,500 |
| Vegan Outreach | Public charity | $12,500 |
| Sale Ranch Animal Sanctuary | Public charity | $10,412 |
| Iowa Farm Sanctuary | Public charity | $10,000 |
| Rowdy Girl Sanctuary | Public charity | $10,000 |
| Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary | Public charity | $10,000 |
| One Tree Planted | Public charity | $7,500 |
| Leap for Animals | Public charity | $5,000 |
| Anticruelty Society | Public charity | $2,591 |
| Seattle Area Feline Rescue | Public charity | $2,575 |
Officers and trustees
- William J Young
- Carla Young
Questions people ask
Does Young Future Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Young Future Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Young Future Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William J Young (President) and Carla Young (Secretary).
What does Young Future Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and animals.