Varney Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyNaperville, Illinois · EIN 48-1159508 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$1,600
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$250
Total assets$105K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $250 and $500.
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.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
60% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas State University Foundation | Manhattan, KS | University | $500 |
| University of Illinois Foundation | Champaign, IL | University | $500 |
| Loaves and Fishes | Naperville, IL | Food Assistance & Nutrition | $250 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Manhattan, KS | To benefit religious and charitable works | $250 |
| Smile Train | New York, NY | Medical Health Services 3rd World | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,600 | 5 |
| 2024 | $1,400 | 7 |
| 2023 | $1,650 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 9, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601289349104145
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 48-1159508
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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