The A Montgomery Ward Foundation
Accepts applications
The A Montgomery Ward Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $683,359 in 56 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $62,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$683,359
- Number of grants56
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$62,500
- Assets$18.4 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was up from $672,534 the year before.
75% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $672,534 | 54 | $17.5 million |
| 2024 | $683,359 | 56 | $18.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Susan Boin 110 N Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606-1511 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (312) 828-3603 |
| What to submit | SEE WEBSITE - www.bankofamerica.com/philanthropic/grantmaking.go |
| Deadlines | April 15 and october 15 |
| Restrictions | Public charity, see grant application website |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The A Montgomery Ward Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 55 | $678,359 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Associated Colleges of Illinois | Scholarships | $62,500 |
| Museum of Science & Industry | Fire shutter replace proj | $40,000 |
| Iwc Children's Clinic | Replace aging computers | $35,899 |
| The Field Museum of Natural History | Public prog thru sue ling | $25,000 |
| Window to the World Communications | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Wings Program Inc | Suburban safehouse window | $24,460 |
| Helping Hand Center | Classroom safety/access | $23,500 |
| Avenues to Independence | Accessible minivan | $19,000 |
| Housing Opportunities & Maintenance for the Elderly (Home) | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Kaa - Kids Above All Illinois | Housing support for | $12,000 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association | Mda illinois summer camp | $10,000 |
| Soaring Eagle Academy | Unrestriced general support | $10,000 |
| Common Pantry | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Madonna Mission | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Hephzibah Children's Association | Enrichment programming | $10,000 |
| Shedd Aquarium Society | Learning and comm programs | $10,000 |
| Maryville Academy | Maryville crisis nursery | $10,000 |
| Mercy Homes for Boys and Girls | Education and career | $10,000 |
| The Josselyn Center for Mental Health | Adolescent outpatient | $10,000 |
| Lutheran Social Services of Illinois | Childrens mental health | $10,000 |
| Ascension Il Alexian Brothers Housing | Alexian bros bonaventure | $10,000 |
| Marklund Children's Home | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Casa Central Social Service Corp | La posada transitional | $10,000 |
| The Harbour Inc | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Franciscan Outreach | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Hunger relief initiatives | $10,000 |
| Chinese American Service League Inc | After school youth program | $10,000 |
| Center of Concern | Older adults and low income | $10,000 |
| Margaret's Village | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| The Night Ministry | Parenting with purpose | $10,000 |
| People's Resource Center | Computer training and | $10,000 |
| Inspiration Corporation | Food serv train and emp | $10,000 |
| Daniel Murphy Scholarship Foundation | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Tutoring Chicago | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Housing Forward | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Harris Theater | Harris theater presents | $10,000 |
| The Boulevard of Chicago | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Have Dreams | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Cara Program | Cara collective workforce | $10,000 |
| Fdn for Hearing & Speech Rehabilitation | Early literacy for deaf hh | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America N A
- Jack Hutchings
- Richard Oloffson
Questions people ask
Does The A Montgomery Ward Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: April 15 and october 15.
How much does The A Montgomery Ward Foundation give?
$683,359 in tax year 2024, across 56 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The A Montgomery Ward Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bank of America N A (Co-Trustee), Jack Hutchings (Co-Trustee) and Richard Oloffson (Co-Trustee).
What does The A Montgomery Ward Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.