Tooling and Manufacturing Association Education Foundation
Historical FunderSchaumburg, Illinois · EIN 36-3523995 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $780 and $997.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | TMA EDUCATION FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 1651 WILKENING RD, SCHAUMBURG IL 60173 |
| Phone | 8478251120 |
| Form and materials | Questionnaire: the tma education foundation will consider proposals for programs that address the following goals: a) increase the pool of qualified condidates for precision metalworking and related careers, b) increase awareness of and improve the image of metalworking careers, c) sustain and expand metalworking technology education, d) encourage men and women to pursue careers in metalworking programs that address the follwing: 1) metalworking and related education programs, 2) image building and career awareness in the area of precision metal working, 3) machinery / equipment purchases. |
| Deadlines | at least 3 wks prior to quarterly meetings - please call |
| Restrictions | the foundation does not provide grants for general, unspecified funding of other foundations or charitable organizations; to religious groups for sectarian purposes; political action committees or frateranl organizations; hospitals; research or other health related organizations; organizations without internal revenue service tax exempt status. because the tma education foundation is a local organization, funding will be generally restricted to the chicago metro area. funding for completed projects or programs will not be considered. |
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
50% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alro Steel Proviso West High School | Melrose Park, IL | Educational programs | $997 |
| Uw-Stout University Foundation | Menomonie, WI | Educational program | $780 |
The return also lists 5 grants to individuals ($10,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,777 | 7 |
| 2023 | $112,613 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 6, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543109349100014
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-3523995
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
Facts on this page come from the foundation's own IRS Form 990-PF filings as published by the IRS. Grantvello does not know whether a foundation is accepting proposals right now: a past grant is not an open opportunity. Always confirm current guidelines with the funder before applying.