Carney Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyLake Bluff, Illinois · EIN 36-4346222 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$53K
Organizations funded21
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$731K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
76% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elawa Farm Foundation | Lake Forest, IL | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $25,000 |
| Gifford Youth Achievement Center | Vero Beach, FL | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $3,000 |
| Vna & Hospice Foundation | Tarrytown, NY | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $3,000 |
| Catholic Theological Union | Chicago, IL | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| Indian River Symphonic Association | Vero Beach, FL | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| Lake Forest Open Lands Association | Lake Forest, IL | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital | Chicago, IL | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| Teach for America | New York, NY | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| The Learning Alliance | Vero Beach, FL | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| Mile High 360 | Denver, CO | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,550 |
| Education Foundation of Indian River County Inc | Vero Beach, FL | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Lillard Fly Fishing Conservation Fund | Great Barrington, MA | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Lurie Childrens Surgical Foundation Inc | Chicago, IL | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Robinhood Foundation | Houston, TX | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Soul City Church | Saint Cloud, FL | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | Dallas, TX | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Community Entry Services | Riverton, WY | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| One22 Inc | Jackson, WY | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| The Club Foundation | Alexandria, VA | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| Mayfly Project | Benton, AR | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
| The Rise School of Austin | Austin, TX | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $53,050 | 21 |
| 2024 | $38,600 | 19 |
| 2023 | $29,950 | 29 |
| 2021 | $35,900 | 35 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 20, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612329349100506
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-4346222
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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