William J Cronin Foundation
Accepts applications
William J Cronin Foundation is a private foundation in Janesville, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $156,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $15,600. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$156,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$15,600
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was up from $153,000 the year before.
8% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $143,000 | 24 | $2.8 million |
| 2023 | $153,000 | 24 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $156,000 | 25 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Maureen Parker 1250 S River Street, Janesville, WI 53546 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (608) 755-9816 |
| What to submit | General request letter |
| Deadlines | September 30 |
What William J Cronin Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 25 | $156,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Patrick's Congregation | Program support | $15,600 |
| Healthnet of Janesville | Program support | $11,000 |
| Echo | Program support | $10,000 |
| Community Action | Program support | $9,500 |
| Project 1649 | Program support | $9,000 |
| God Is Faithful Temporary Shelter | Program support | $9,000 |
| Hospice Care Inc | Program support | $8,000 |
| United Way Blackhawk Region | Program support | $7,800 |
| Cancer Coalition of Rock County | Program support | $7,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Janesville | Program support | $6,000 |
| Janesville Community Day Care Center | Program support | $6,000 |
| Gathering Place of Milton | Program support | $6,000 |
| Blackhawk Technical College | Program support | $5,500 |
| St Mary's Congregation | Program support | $5,200 |
| St John Vianney Congregation | Program support | $5,200 |
| St William Congregation | Program support | $5,200 |
| Pregnancy Helpline | Program support | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics of Southern Wi | Program support | $5,000 |
| Downs Syndrome Society | Program support | $5,000 |
| YMCA Friends of Youth | Program support | $4,000 |
| Junior Achievement Usa- Rock County | Program support | $3,000 |
| Beloit-Janesville Symphony Orchestra | Program support | $3,000 |
| Janesville Performing Arts Center | Program support | $2,000 |
| Kandu | Program support | $2,000 |
| Spotlight on Kids | Program support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Maureen Parker
- Patrick Romenesko
- James McGuire Deceased
Questions people ask
Does William J Cronin Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: September 30.
How much does William J Cronin Foundation give?
$156,000 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs William J Cronin Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Maureen Parker (Trustee), Patrick Romenesko (Trustee) and James McGuire Deceased (Trustee).
What does William J Cronin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and youth programs.