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Allen And Meline Pickus Foundation is a private corporation based in HIGHWOOD, IL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2002. The principal officer is Jeff Pickus. It holds total assets of $202K. Annual income is reported at $51K. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Illinois and New York. According to available records, Allen And Meline Pickus Foundation has made 54 grants totaling $98K, with a median grant of $500. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $10K, with an average award of $2K. The foundation has supported 27 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Illinois, New York, Georgia, which account for 81% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 6 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
N/A
Median Grant
$500
Average Grant
$2K
Largest Grant
$10K
Based on 27 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Allen And Meline Pickus Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 54 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in IL, NY, GA.
Allen And Meline Pickus Foundation has distributed a total of $98K across 54 grants. The median grant size is $500, with an average of $2K. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $10K.
Allen And Meline Pickus Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Allen And Meline Pickus Foundation is headquartered in HIGHWOOD, IL. While based in IL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 6 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louie Pickus | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Meline Pickus | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jeffrey Pickus | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Joel Pickus | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| James Pickus | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$49K
Total Assets
$196K
Fair Market Value
$808K
Net Worth
$196K
Grants Paid
$46K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$28K
Distribution Amount
$38K
Total: $190K
Total Grants
54
Total Giving
$98K
Average Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$500
Unique Recipients
27
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| RainbowsGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Evanston, IL | $1K | 2022 |
| Community HouseGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Winnetka, IL | $250 | 2022 |
| Lyric OperaGENERAL AND UNRESRICTED | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2022 |
| Infant Welfare SocietyGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2022 |
| Jewish United FundGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Chicago, IL | $8K | 2022 |
| Ravinia FestivalGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Highland Park, IL | $4K | 2022 |
| Nhp FoundationGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Chicago, IL | $3K | 2022 |
| Northern Illinois Food BankGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Waukegan, IL | $2K | 2022 |
| United Way Of Lake CountyGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Gurnee, IL | $2K | 2022 |
| Alzheimer'S AssociationGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Chicago, IL | $2K | 2022 |
| Habitat For HumanityGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Atlanta, GA | $1K | 2022 |
| Community Partners For Affordable HousingGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Libertyville, IL | $1K | 2022 |
| UnicefGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | New York, NY | $1K | 2022 |
| Planned ParenthoodGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Chicago, IL | $750 | 2022 |
| The Salvation ArmyGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Alexandria, VA | $500 | 2022 |
| Pulmonary Fibrosis FoundationGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Chicago, IL | $500 | 2022 |
| UscjGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | New York, NY | $376 | 2022 |
| The Nature ConservancyGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Arlington, VA | $300 | 2022 |
| Preservation FoundationGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Lake Forest, IL | $250 | 2022 |
| Doctors Without BordersGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | New York, NY | $250 | 2022 |
| National Park FoundationGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Washington, DC | $250 | 2022 |
| Ida Crown Jewish AcademyGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Skokie, IL | $180 | 2022 |
| Natural Park ConservationGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Albany, NY | $150 | 2022 |
| Yellowstone National ParkGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Yellowstone Natl Park, WY | $150 | 2022 |
| Sierra ClubGENERAL AND UNRESTRICTED | Chicago, IL | $100 | 2022 |