Private foundation · EIN 93-4026763 · Wilmette, Illinois · Philanthropy & grantmaking

John J Neary Charitable Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 3 grants paid, $60K total, median $60K. 33% of grants stayed in Illinois.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
3
$60K
Median grant
$60K
Stays in IL
33%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.6M

About this foundation

John J Neary Charitable Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Wilmette, Illinois, administered in care of Elena Mojsova, tax-exempt since 2024. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

Foundation websiteAll filings on ProPublica

Does John J Neary Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does John J Neary Charitable Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $60K across 3 grants, a median of $60K.

Where does John J Neary Charitable Foundation give?

Illinois (1 grants), per its latest filing.

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