The Renaissance Foundation
Historical FunderSt Charles, Illinois · EIN 31-1579648 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $457 and $1,527.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | THE RENAISSANCE FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 215 W ILLINOIS ST, ST CHARLES IL 60174 |
| Phone | 6303779377 |
| Form and materials | IN WRITING WITH SPECIFIC DETAILS AS TO HOW THE FUNDS WILL BE USED.IN PARTICULAR THE NUMBER OF PERSONS IT WILL ASSIST, HOW IT WILL ASSIST THEM AND IF CHILDREN ARE BEING HELPED. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | HIGHER PRIORITY IS GIVEN TO PROGRAMS ASSISTING CHILDREN |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
48% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kane County Regional Education | Geneva, IL | Helping children | $9,653 |
| Kiwanis | St Charles, IL | Helping children | $5,000 |
| Presbyterian Church | Aiken, SC | Helping children | $4,826 |
| Kayla's Hope | Wasco, IL | Helping children | $4,500 |
| St Judes Research Hospital | Chicago, IL | Helping children | $2,100 |
| Mercy Ships | Garden Valley, TX | Helping children | $1,900 |
| Variety the Children's Charity | Franklin, TN | Helping children | $1,527 |
| Aurora Food Pantry | Aurora, IL | Helping children | $1,500 |
| Golden Harvest Food Bank | Augusta, GA | Helping children | $1,200 |
| St John Neumann Church | St Charles, IL | Helping children | $1,000 |
| African Mission Healthcare | Deland, FL | Helping children | $1,000 |
| Franciscan Monastery | Washington, DC | Helping children | $1,000 |
| Children's Place Inc | Aiken, SC | Helping children | $1,000 |
| Feed My Starving Children | Coon Rapids, MN | Helping children | $950 |
| Drs Without Borders | New York, NY | Helping children | $600 |
| Armed Forces of Chicago (Chicago 502 & the 721) | Chicago, IL | Helping children | $500 |
| Making Kane County Fit for Kids | Aurora, IL | Helping children | $500 |
| Feeding America | Chicago, IL | Helping children | $500 |
| Feed the Children | Oklahoma City, OK | Helping children | $500 |
| Big Hearts of Fox Valley NFP | St Charles, IL | Helping children | $500 |
| Goallout | Bradley, IL | Helping children | $457 |
| Smile Train | New York, NY | Helping children | $300 |
| Cal's Angels | St Charles, IL | Helping children | $250 |
| Lifesong for Orphans | Gridley, IL | Helping children | $200 |
| Toys for Tots | Chicago, IL | Helping children | $150 |
| Make a Wish Foundation | Washington, DC | Helping children | $100 |
| Save the Children | Fairfield, CT | Helping children | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $41,813 | 27 |
| 2024 | $25,319 | 31 |
| 2023 | $28,592 | 38 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 17, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610489349100206
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 31-1579648
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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