Andersen-Formolo Family Foundation
Historical FunderChicago, Illinois · EIN 20-1917495 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $50,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | THOMAS J FORMOLO |
|---|---|
| Address | 1837 N ORCHARD ST, CHICAGO IL 60614 |
| Phone | 3128768636 |
| Form and materials | RECIPIENT NAME AND ADDRESS, TAX-EXEMPT STATUS, AND AMOUNT REQUESTED |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
40% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grace and Peace Church | Chicago, IL | As needed | $100,000 |
| North Austin Community Center | Chicago, IL | As needed | $100,000 |
| National Louis University | Chicago, IL | As needed | $80,000 |
| Kids First Chicago for Education | Chicago, IL | As needed | $52,500 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | El Segundo, CA | As needed | $50,000 |
| Association for a More Just Society | Grand Rapids, MI | As needed | $50,000 |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | Madison, WI | As needed | $33,333 |
| North Shore Country Day School | Winnetka, IL | As needed | $30,000 |
| Together Chicago | Chicago, IL | As needed | $25,000 |
| Sheldrick Wildfire Trust | Mbagathi, KE | As needed | $25,000 |
| Emerald South Economic Development | Chicago, IL | As needed | $25,000 |
| Salt and Light Coalition | Chicago, IL | As needed | $25,000 |
| By the Hand | Chicago, IL | As needed | $20,000 |
| Varsity Collective Charitable Fund Inc | Madison, WI | As needed | $20,000 |
| Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness | Chicago, IL | As needed | $20,000 |
| Purple Project | Oswego, IL | As needed | $20,000 |
| Save the Children | Fairfield, CT | As needed | $15,000 |
| Mcburney Disability Resource Center | Madison, WI | As needed | $10,000 |
| Padi Aware Foundation | Rancho Santa Margarita, CA | As needed | $10,000 |
| Breakthrough Urban Ministries | Chicago, IL | As needed | $10,000 |
| Cumali | Kenilworth, IL | As needed | $10,000 |
| Wayforward Resources | Middleton, WI | As needed | $10,000 |
| No Stomach for Cancer | Middleton, WI | As needed | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $745,833 | 23 |
| 2023 | $506,666 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513179349101671
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-1917495
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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