How to apply
Information necessary to determine that the soliciting organization is a qualifying organization under the IRC Sec. 501(C)(3). Contact: Foundation, 1418 N Green Bay Road, Lake Forest, Il, 4145433000 Deadlines: None Restrictions: No restrictions other than organization must be a qualifying organization under the IRC Sec. 501(C)(3).
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
39 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lurie Children's HospitalChicago, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $600K |
| Mayo ClinicRochester, MN | To accomplish the organization's activities | $500K |
| ClearbrookArlington Heights, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $150K |
| Mother's Trust FoundationLake Forest, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $100K |
| Global EmpowerDetroit, MI | To accomplish the organization's activities | $100K |
| Cristo Ray St MartinWaukegan, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $100K |
| Feeding AmericaChicago, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $50K |
| Daily Bread Food PantryCollegeville, PA | To accomplish the organization's activities | $50K |
| Evan's ScholarsGlenview, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $50K |
| St Jude's Children HospitalChicago, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $25K |
| Northern Illinois Food BankGeneva, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $25K |
| Doctors Without BordersNew York, NY | To accomplish the organization's activities | $25K |
| World VisionChicago, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $25K |
| Laguna Blanca SchoolSanta Barbara, CA | To accomplish the organization's activities | $25K |
| Save the ChildrenFairfield, CT | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $20K |
| Journey's - the Road HomePalatine, IL | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $20K |
| Bissell Pet FoundationGrand Rapids, MI | To accomplish the organization's activities | $20K |
| 1916 FoundationNew York, NY | To accomplish the organization's activities | $20K |
| Elton John Celebration FundNew York, NY | To accomplish the organization's activities | $16K |
| Pasadena HumanePasadena, CA | To accomplish the organization's activities | $15K |
| Forest Park ProjectLake Forest, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $10K |
| Franciscan OutreachChicago, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $10K |
| Mercy HomeChicago, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $10K |
| Covenant HouseChicago, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $10K |
| Special OlympicsWashington, DC | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $10K |
| Muttville OrganizationSan Francisco, CA | To accomplish the organization's objectives | $10K |
| Advo KidsCarte Madera, CA | To accomplish the organization's activities | $10K |
| Refuge for WomenCrystal Lake, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $10K |
| Pine Tree FoundationGladwyne, PA | To accomplish the organization's activities | $10K |
| Tinervin FamilyBloomington, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $10K |
| Dakota Boys Girls RanchMinot, ND | To accomplish the organization's activities | $5,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyChicago, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $5,000 |
| Revolution WorkshopChicago, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $5,000 |
| The Retreat Women's CenterGoshen, IN | To accomplish the organization's activities | $5,000 |
| Mus School FoundationSanta Barbara, CA | To accomplish the organization's activities | $5,000 |
| Misericordia Heart LinksChicago, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $2,000 |
| Marshmallow's HopeRockford, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $500 |
| Little Sister's of the PoorChicago, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $500 |
| Il Charity BurialSpringfield, IL | To accomplish the organization's activities | $15 |
By state: Illinois 22 · Minnesota 1 · Michigan 2 · California 5 · New York 3 · Pennsylvania 2
About this foundation
Mary and Ralph Gesualdo Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Lake Forest, Illinois, tax-exempt since 2013. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Mary and Ralph Gesualdo Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Information necessary to determine that the soliciting organization is a qualifying organization under the IRC Sec. 501(C)(3). Deadlines: None.
How much does Mary and Ralph Gesualdo Family Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $2.1M across 39 grants, a median of $15K.
Where does Mary and Ralph Gesualdo Family Foundation give?
Illinois (22 grants), Minnesota (1 grants), Michigan (2 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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