Tony Galines Foundation
Historical FunderHerrin, Illinois · EIN 37-1255209 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $5,990.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | TONY GALINES FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | BANK OF HERRIN TRUST DEPT, HERRIN IL 62948 |
| Phone | 6189426666 |
| Form and materials | INFORMAL WRITTEN OR VERBAL REQUEST |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
0% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purpose House Church | Herrin, IL | Meals | $6,000 |
| Veterans Honor Flight | Herrin, IL | Guardian Sponsorship | $6,000 |
| Herrin City Library | Herrin, IL | New server & digital resources | $5,990 |
| City of Herrin Herrin Police Department | Herrin, IL | Shop with a cop | $4,000 |
| Lighthouse Shelter | Marion, IL | General support | $4,000 |
| Caring Counseling Ministries | Marion, IL | General support | $2,549 |
| Johnston City Jr Baseball League | Johnston City, IL | Batting cage | $1,800 |
| Emily Hosmom | Herrin, IL | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Ethan Reynolds | Herrin, IL | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Harper Smedshammer | Herrin, IL | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Joella Brimm | Herrin, IL | Scholarship | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $34,339 | 11 |
| 2024 | $31,696 | 11 |
| 2023 | $33,738 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621249349104352
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 37-1255209
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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