T J Gardner Trust No
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 75-6347666 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$370K
Organizations funded2
Typical grant$184,888
Total assets$9.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $184,888 and $184,888.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buckner Baptist Benevolences | Dallas, TX | General | $184,888 |
| Texas Scottish Rite Hospital | Dallas, TX | General | $184,888 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $369,776 | 2 |
| 2023 | $348,008 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 8, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522819349100417
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 75-6347666
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026
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