Novak Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Novak Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Merrillville, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $40,905 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $27,405. 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$40,905
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$27,405
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $55,118 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 | $55,118 | 9 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $40,905 | 9 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Novak Family Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Novak Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 4 | $33,905 |
| Illinois | 3 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SS Constantine & Helen Ca | Building fund, 5k run,scholarships, | $27,405 |
| Grace Beyond Borders | Support homeless women & children | $5,000 |
| Pearlann Bithos | Memorial contribution | $3,000 |
| St Iakovos Retreat Cente | Annual support | $1,000 |
| Orthodox Christian Mission Center | Annual support of ministries | $1,000 |
| Sojourner Truth House | Homeless shelter | $1,000 |
| Hellenic Collage & Holy Cross Sch | Support appleal | $1,000 |
| SS Constantine & Helen Greek Orthod | Support metropolis jr olympics | $1,000 |
| St Helen's Philoptochos Society | Support st basil academy | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- William Logothetis
- Michael J Berta
- Bessie Ploutis
- Joann Massow
- FR Theodore Poteres
Questions people ask
Does Novak Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Novak Family Foundation Inc give?
$40,905 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Novak Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists William Logothetis (President), Michael J Berta (Secretary/Tr), Bessie Ploutis (Board Member) and Joann Massow (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Novak Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and housing and homelessness.