M A & G A Ackerman Memorial Fund
Accepts applications
M A & G A Ackerman Memorial Fund is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 33 grants; the typical grant was $34,539 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.4 million
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$34,539
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$34.9 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
24% 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 | $1.3 million | 28 | $29.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 35 | $31.4 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 33 | $34.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | George Thorn Bank of America 231 S Lasalle Street IL1-231-13-3, Chicago, IL 60604 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (312) 828-6763 |
| What to submit | Proposal; no formal application required. |
| Restrictions | Limited to city of chicago. Affiliation with the catholic church and protestant church is required. |
What M A & G A Ackerman Memorial Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $727,000 |
| Illinois | 18 | $609,539 |
| Colorado | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St John Episcopal Hospital | Unrestricted general | $100,000 |
| Cathedral Church of St John the Divine | Unrestricted general | $100,000 |
| Good Shepherd Services | Unrestricted general | $100,000 |
| Lutheran Social Services of Illinois | Unrestricted general | $90,000 |
| Bishop Anderson Foundation | Unrestricted general | $70,000 |
| New York Foundling Hospital | Unrestricted general | $60,000 |
| Ascension Illinois Alexian Bros | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| St Francis Hospital Foundation | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Cabrini Immigrant Services NYC | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Unrestricted general | $45,000 |
| Lutheran Social Services of Metropolitan New York Inc | Unrestricted general | $40,000 |
| Lawndale Christian Health Center | Unrestricted general | $40,000 |
| Holy Family Ministries | Unrestricted general | $40,000 |
| Trinity Community Connection Inc | Unrestricted general | $35,000 |
| Chicago Lights | Unrestricted general | $35,000 |
| Xavier Mission | Unrestricted general | $35,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | Unrestricted general | $34,539 |
| Cristo Rey Ny High School | Unrestricted general | $32,000 |
| Advent Lutheran Church | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| St Bernard Hospital | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| Catholic Charity Community Services | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| Misericordia Home | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| Mercy Housing Lakefront | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| Bethany House of Hospitality | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| Cornerstone Community Outreach | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Taller de Jose Josephs Workshop | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Chicagoland Methodist Sr Svc | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Ignatian Spirituality Project | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| St Anthony Hospital | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Franciscan Outreach | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Marillac Social Center | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
Questions people ask
Does M A & G A Ackerman Memorial Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does M A & G A Ackerman Memorial Fund give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $34,539.
Who runs M A & G A Ackerman Memorial Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America (Trustee).
What does M A & G A Ackerman Memorial Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and human services.