The von Gontard Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The von Gontard Family Foundation is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $247,560 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$247,560
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was up from $213,500 the year before.
24% 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 | $213,500 | 30 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $247,560 | 34 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
The von Gontard Family 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 The von Gontard Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 23 | $183,500 |
| Texas | 2 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $15,000 |
| Iowa | 2 | $10,560 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Paraquad Stephen Orthwein Center | To support operations | $25,000 |
| SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Foundatin | To support operations | $25,000 |
| TEN8PROJECT | To support opertations | $15,000 |
| American Cancer Society | To support operations | $10,000 |
| American Heart Association | To support operations | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross - St Louis | To support operations | $10,000 |
| Backstoppers Inc St Louis Chapter | To support operations | $10,000 |
| Big Country Veterans | To support operations | $10,000 |
| Forest Park Forever | To support operations | $10,000 |
| Great Rivers Habitat Alliance | To support operations | $10,000 |
| St Louis Childrens Hospital Foundation | To support operations | $10,000 |
| St Louis Zoo Assoc Marlin Perkins Society | To support operations | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities of St Louis | To support operations | $7,500 |
| St Louis Area Foodbank | To support operations | $7,500 |
| Mercy Health Foundation David C Pratt Cancer Center | To support operations | $6,500 |
| Churchill School | To support operations | $5,000 |
| Delta Gamma Center for Children W | To support operations | $5,000 |
| Delta Waterfowl Foundation | To support operations | $5,000 |
| Great Rivers Enviromental Law Center | To support operations | $5,000 |
| Kidsmart STL | To support operations | $5,000 |
| Missouri Botanical Garden | To support operations | $5,000 |
| Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation | To support operations | $5,000 |
| Parkinson Research Foundation | To support operations | $5,000 |
| Polo Players Support Group | To support operations | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities St Louis | To support operations | $5,000 |
| St Ann Catholic Church | To support operations | $5,000 |
| Ste Genevieve du Bois Church | To support operations | $5,000 |
| Alzheimers Association Greater Missouri Chapter | To support operations | $2,500 |
| Missouri Assoc of State Troopers Emergency Relief | To support operations | $2,500 |
| Parkinson Association of the Rockie | To support operations | $2,500 |
| Committee for A Responsible Federal | To support operations | $1,000 |
| June Jessee Memorial Foundation | To support operations | $1,000 |
| Show-Me Institute | To support operations | $1,000 |
| Charityvnavigator | To support operations | $560 |
Officers and trustees
- Philip von Gontard
Questions people ask
Does The von Gontard Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The von Gontard Family Foundation give?
$247,560 in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The von Gontard Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Philip von Gontard (Trustee).
What does The von Gontard Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and environment and conservation.