The McKenzie Foundation
Invitation OnlyWilmington, Delaware · EIN 46-4185325 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$115K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $35,000.
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 Delaware.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Township High School District No 211 Foundation | Palatine, IL | Employ an instructional coach for the BuilderEDU Educational Program | $40,000 |
| The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International | Chicago, IL | Rotary Peace Program | $35,000 |
| Uncharted Learning NFP | Barrington, IL | McKenzie Foundation Grit Grant Awards | $12,500 |
| Barrington Area Community Foundation | Barrington, IL | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Judson University a Baptist Institution | Elgin, IL | Road to independent living, spiritual formation and employment Program (RISE) | $7,500 |
| Fellowship Housing Corporation | Hoffman Estates, IL | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Schaumburg Am Rotary Club Foundation | Schaumburg, IL | Project Tool Kit | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $115,000 | 7 |
| 2024 | $100,500 | 6 |
| 2023 | $107,175 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 10, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611009349101866
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-4185325
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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