John R Flanagan Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 81-3101626 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$1.2M
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$44.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $150,000.
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
27% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University | Evanston, IL | For general charitable purposes | $525,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Chicago, IL | For general charitable purposes | $250,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Chicago, IL | For general charitable purposes | $150,000 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | For general charitable purposes | $70,000 |
| Friends of Apostle Island | Bayfield, WI | For general charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Metropolitan Family Services | Chicago, IL | For general charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| The Neighborhood Bridge | Oak Park, IL | For general charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Friends of Nachusa | Franklin Grove, IL | For general charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Recreation and Fitness Resources | Bayfield, WI | For general charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Legal Aid for New Entrepreneurs Inc | Chicago, IL | For general charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Beauty in Beauty Out Foundation | Chicago, IL | For general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,225,000 | 11 |
| 2024 | $1,705,000 | 11 |
| 2023 | $1,681,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621349349101712
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-3101626
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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