The Virginia a Groot Foundation
Historical FunderLake Forest, Illinois · EIN 41-1570531 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $115,000 and $12,612,048.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | THE VIRGINIA A GROOT FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 255 OVERLOOK DRIVE, LAKE FOREST IL 60045 |
| Phone | 8476158735 |
| NINA@.VIRGINIAAGROOTFOUNDATION.ORG | |
| Form and materials | ONLINE APPLICATIONS |
| Deadlines | FEBRUARY 1ST OF EACH YEAR |
| Restrictions | SEE THE VIRGINIA A GROOT FOUNDATION ONLINE. WWW.VIRGINIAAGROOTFOUNDATION.ORG |
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
100% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peter & Penelope West Charitable Fund | Holland, MI | See attachment | $12,612,048 |
| Center for Craft | Asheville, NC | To pursue excellence in ceramic and sculptural arts | $115,000 |
The return also lists 5 grants to individuals ($140,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12,867,048 | 7 |
| 2023 | $351,050 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Mar 24, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610839349101001
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-1570531
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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