John J Barton Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyRockford, Illinois · EIN 85-6172640 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$56K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$1.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $10,000.
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
0% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wedrose Acres | Gridley, IL | Operations | $35,043 |
| Rockford Rescue Mission | Rockford, IL | Operations | $10,000 |
| Swedish American Health Foundation | Rockford, IL | Operations | $10,000 |
| Cathedral of St Peter | Rockford, IL | Operations | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $55,543 | 4 |
| 2024 | $47,019 | 4 |
| 2023 | $42,991 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631209349100123
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-6172640
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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