Joanne W Guantt Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 52-7018780 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$3.6M
Organizations funded15
Typical grant$60,000
Total assets$87.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $40,000 and $300,000.
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
100% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky Humane Society | Louisville, KY | General support | $1,290,000 |
| North Carolina Veterinary Medical Fdn (Ncvmf) | Raleigh, NC | General support | $700,000 |
| University of Florida Foundation Inc | Gainesville, FL | General support | $400,000 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | General support | $300,000 |
| Horse Haven | Howell, MI | General support | $250,000 |
| Aspca | New York, NY | General support | $160,000 |
| Humane Society of Greater Miami | North Miami Beach, FL | General support | $145,000 |
| Helping Animals Live and Overcome Inc (Halo) | Sebastian, FL | General support | $60,000 |
| Miami Dade Animal Services | Doral, FL | General support | $50,000 |
| Woodford Humane Society | Versailles, KY | General support | $50,000 |
| Paws 2 Care Coalition Inc | Hollywood, FL | General support | $40,000 |
| Friends Horse Rescue | Ft Lauderdale, FL | General support | $40,000 |
| Lexington Humane Society | Lexington, KY | General support | $30,000 |
| Bowling Green Warren County Humane Society | Bowling Green, KY | General support | $30,000 |
| People Promoting Animal Welfare | Greenback, TN | General support | $15,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,560,000 | 15 |
| 2024 | $3,140,000 | 17 |
| 2023 | $3,340,500 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 7, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631279349102933
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 52-7018780
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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