Grimes Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyLA Grange Park, Illinois · EIN 36-7166131 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$196K
Organizations funded20
Typical grant$1,050
Total assets$3.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $7,500.
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
45% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Place | La Grange Park, IL | General purposes | $80,000 |
| St Francis Xavier Catholic Parish | La Grange, IL | General purposes | $32,500 |
| Sts Peter & Paul School | Naperville, IL | General purposes | $32,000 |
| Benet Academy | Lisle, IL | General purposes | $11,300 |
| Ohio State University Gymnastics Program | Columbus, OH | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Nicholas D Sergi Foundation | Oak Brook, IL | General purposes | $7,500 |
| Legacy Guild | La Grange, IL | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Fluffs & Scruffs A Dog Rescue | Cathedral City, CA | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Drive Fore the Future Foundation | Westmont, IL | General purposes | $4,000 |
| Ohio State University Track & Field Program | Columbus, OH | General purposes | $2,500 |
| St John of the Cross Parish | Western Springs, IL | General purposes | $1,050 |
| Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance | Lexington, KY | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Mercyhurst University | Erie, PA | General purposes | $750 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association | Chicago, IL | General purposes | $700 |
| St Francis Xavier Parish Music Ministry | La Grange, IL | General purposes | $500 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | Glenview, IL | General purposes | $500 |
| Ironwood Country Club Employee Scholarship Fund | Palm Desert, CA | General purposes | $500 |
| Sacred Heart Church | Palm Desert, CA | General purposes | $500 |
| Martha's Village & Kitchen | Indio, CA | General purposes | $500 |
| Anna's Celebration of Life Foundation | Indianapolis, IN | General purposes | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $196,300 | 20 |
| 2024 | $187,000 | 20 |
| 2023 | $166,600 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621339349102002
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-7166131
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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