How to apply
Application should be submitted in any form desired by the applicant which clearly states the character of the applicant and the purpose of the grant requested. Additionally, the organization must provide an affidavit that the organization qualifies as a non-private foundation. A photocopy of the most recent irs determination letter and current financial statements must also be submitted. Contact: Michele Cronin Director, 300 Evergreen Street, Bensenville, Il, 8476783232 Deadlines: Submission deadline is august 1 of any calendar year. Restrictions: There are no restrictions or limitations on awards. However, the foundation makes grants only to tax-exempt, charitable organizations primarily in the fields of health and education.
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2024
Top 60 of 80 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Salvation ArmyChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $80K |
| AspireHillside, IL | Health & wellness education | $75K |
| Pillars-Constance Morris HouseLA Grange, IL | Provide shelter, care, and outreach to survivors of domestic violence | $75K |
| Center for Independent FuturesEvanston, IL | Funding for electronic curriculum for disabled | $50K |
| Saban CenterTuscaloosa, AL | Develop a stem education program | $50K |
| Chicago Jesuit AcademyChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $30K |
| Christ the King College PrepChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $30K |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High SchoolChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $30K |
| Misericordia Heart of MercyChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $30K |
| Northern Illinois Food BankGeneva, IL | Purchasing food for emergencies and distribution to food pantries | $30K |
| San Miguel SchoolChicago, IL | Middle school program | $30K |
| St Patrick High SchoolChicago, IL | Financial assistance program | $30K |
| Alliance Francais de ChicagoChicago, IL | Expand french language skills | $25K |
| AspirtechHighland Park, IL | Empower individuals with autism | $25K |
| Brother Rice HsChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $25K |
| Clare Woods AcademyWheaton, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $25K |
| Colorado School of MinesGolden, CO | Scholarship program | $25K |
| Eoa Childrens HouseSpringsdale, AR | Unrestricted organization support | $25K |
| Fayetteville Public Education FundFayetteville, AR | Unrestricted organziation support | $25K |
| Hadley School for the BlindWinnetka, IL | Support training and assistance tovisual impared individuals | $25K |
| Holy Trinity High SchoolChicago, IL | Support the student assitance program | $25K |
| Mercy Home for Boys & GirlsChicago, IL | Education and career resources | $25K |
| Mother Mc Auley High SchoolChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $25K |
| Mount Carmel High SchoolChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $25K |
| Nativity Jesuit AcademyMilwaukee, WI | Unrestricted organization support and fund temporary academic aide | $25K |
| Our Lady of Tepeyac High SchoolChicago, IL | Support the needs based financial aid program | $25K |
| Providence St Mels High SchoolChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $25K |
| St Malachy SchoolChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $25K |
| St Vincent de Paul CenterChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $25K |
| Meals on WheelsEvanston, IL | Support homebound and disabled individuals | $25K |
| Childrens Advocacy CenterChicago, IL | Support to children from sexual abuse | $20K |
| Little Friends of the ElderlyChicago, IL | To relieve isolation and loneliness for snior citizens | $20K |
| Little Sisters of the PoorChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $20K |
| The BoulevardChicago, IL | Provide services to homeless people | $20K |
| The Jones CenterSpringdale, AR | Unrestricted organization support | $20K |
| Kolbe HouseChicago, IL | Assist people impacted by incarceration | $20K |
| Childrens Research TriangleChicago, IL | Summer camp for children with disabilities | $15K |
| Common PantryChicago, IL | Nonprofit food pantry | $15K |
| Home Housing OpportunitiesChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $15K |
| Mercy Housing LakefrontChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $15K |
| Northside HousingChicago, IL | Providing crucial services to those experiencing homelessness | $15K |
| Oliver Soccer FcFayetteville, AR | Support underprivileged to play soccer | $15K |
| Roseland Training CenterChicago, IL | Parent/child tutoring program | $15K |
| Southwest Chicago PadsChicago, IL | Support case management program | $15K |
| The Infant Welfare SocietyOak Park, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $15K |
| Onward Neighborhood HousingChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $12K |
| Operation WarmPhiladelphia, PA | Unrestricted organization support | $12K |
| Avenue to IndependencePark Ridge, IL | Nursing services for adults with special needs | $10K |
| Chicago Academy for Science KidsChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $10K |
| Chicago Lighthouse for the BlindChicago, IL | Help people who are blind, visually impared, disabled and veterans | $10K |
| Cje Senior LifeChicago, IL | Home delivered meals to seniors | $10K |
| Crisis Center of So SuburbiaTinley Park, IL | Support to children and adult victims of domestic violence | $10K |
| Daniel Murphy Scholarship FundChicago, IL | Provide high shcool scholarships | $10K |
| Disabled Patriot FundOrland Park, IL | Provide assistance for us veterns and their families | $10K |
| Franciscan Outsearch AssociationChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $10K |
| Glen Ellyn Childrens ResouceGlen Ellyn, IL | Support after school and summer programs for low income students | $10K |
| Have DreamsPark Ridge, IL | Programs for children, youths and adults impacted by autism (asd) | $10K |
| Home of the SparrowMc Henry, IL | Provide support for women and children who are homeless | $10K |
| Housing ForwardMaywood, IL | Provide basic needs and services for the homeless | $10K |
| How Housing OpportunitiesChicago, IL | Unrestricted organization support | $10K |
By state: Illinois 68 · Arkansas 5 · Alabama 1 · Colorado 1 · Wisconsin 1 · Pennsylvania 1
About this foundation
Fred J Brunner Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Bensenville, Illinois, tax-exempt since 1957. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Fred J Brunner Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Application should be submitted in any form desired by the applicant which clearly states the character of the applicant and the purpose of the grant requested. Deadlines: Submission deadline is august 1 of any calendar year..
How much does Fred J Brunner Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $1.6M across 80 grants, a median of $15K.
Where does Fred J Brunner Foundation give?
Illinois (68 grants), Arkansas (5 grants), Alabama (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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