The Lorraine Allen and Rita Mae Allen Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyVandalia, Illinois · EIN 84-4160511 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $15,000.
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.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
88% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of St Louis | University City, MO | Donation | $70,000 |
| Koi Rinah | St Louis, MO | Donation | $25,000 |
| National Council of Jewish Women | St Louis, MO | Donation | $15,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | New York, NY | Donation | $15,000 |
| J Associates | St Louis, MO | Donation | $11,360 |
| Be the Narrative | St Louis, MO | Donation | $10,000 |
| Camp Ben Franken | Belleville, IL | Donation | $10,000 |
| Congregation Shaare Emeth | St Louis, MO | Donation | $10,000 |
| Jewish Community Center | St Louis, MO | Donation | $7,500 |
The return also lists 14 grants to individuals ($55,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $228,860 | 23 |
| 2023 | $207,500 | 21 |
| 2022 | $162,500 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jan 23, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610239349100501
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 84-4160511
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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