William H & Lois J Mcessy Foundation
Invitation OnlyLake Forest, Illinois · EIN 36-4074862 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$2.1M
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$250,000
Total assets$49.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $410,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
37% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic Extension | Chicago, IL | General use of charity | $550,000 |
| St John Vianney | St Paul, MN | General use of charity | $550,000 |
| University of St Mary of the Lake | Mundelein, IL | General use of charity | $410,000 |
| Archdiocese of Chicago | Chicago, IL | General use of charity | $250,000 |
| Diocese of Winona-Rochester | Rochester, MN | General use of charity | $250,000 |
| St Norbert College | De Pere, WI | General use of charity | $50,000 |
| St Patrick Church | Lake Forest, IL | General use of charity | $25,000 |
| Alheizmer's Association | Chicago, IL | General use of charity | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,090,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $991,000 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503169349103315
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-4074862
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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