The Mcshane Foundation
Invitation OnlyRosemont, Illinois · EIN 36-3627198 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$105K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 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.
Where it gives
33% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concern Worldwide | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Christ the King | Chicago, IL | Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Caritas of Austin | Austin, TX | Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Goldie Initiative | Buffalo Grove, IL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Loyola Academy | Wilmette, IL | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Houston Food Bank | Houston, TX | Unrestricted | $600 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $105,100 | 6 |
| 2024 | $117,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $112,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 5, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621259349101417
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-3627198
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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