Franklin F Offner Foundation
Invitation OnlyLibertyville, Illinois · EIN 36-6055604 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $450 and $1,500.
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
60% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross | Washington, DC | Disaster relief | $3,000 |
| Aclu Foundation | New York, NY | Works with community to protect civil rights | $1,500 |
| Little Brothers Friends of the Poor | Des Plaines, IL | Social services. | $1,010 |
| 3 Lakes Community Fnd | Three Lakes, WI | Programs which protect the lakes and forests, support local schools, nonprofits, and local jobs | $450 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Chicago, IL | Cultural | $410 |
The return also lists 13 grants to individuals ($21,038). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $27,408 | 18 |
| 2024 | $30,195 | 13 |
| 2023 | $41,959 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 5, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611259349101831
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-6055604
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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