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Fred J Brunner Foundation is a private corporation based in BENSENVILLE, IL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1957. It holds total assets of $31.9M. Annual income is reported at $12M. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. Since 1956, supporting vulnerable populations, particularly youth and elderly, through grants focusing on education, shelter, and hunger relief. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Greater Chicago area. According to available records, Fred J Brunner Foundation has made 372 grants totaling $6.9M, with a median grant of $10K. The foundation has distributed between $1.5M and $1.9M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $1.9M distributed across 98 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $150K, with an average award of $18K. The foundation has supported 111 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Illinois, Alabama, Arkansas, which account for 90% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 12 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$10K
Average Grant
$15K
Largest Grant
$100K
Based on 96 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Annual grants distributed to organizations serving vulnerable populations, particularly youth and elderly, with focus on education, shelter, and hunger relief.
Since 1956, supporting vulnerable populations, particularly youth and elderly, through grants focusing on education, shelter, and hunger relief. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 372 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in IL, AL, AR.
Fred J Brunner Foundation has distributed a total of $6.9M across 372 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $18K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $150K.
The application deadline is August 1 (annual deadline). Organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits. Grants distributed without regard to race, creed or ethnicity.
Fred J Brunner Foundation is headquartered in BENSENVILLE, IL. While based in IL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 12 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fred M Brunner | PRES/DIRECTOR | $42K | $0 | $42K |
| Robert B Wolf | SECY/TREAS | $33K | $0 | $33K |
| Pamela Schwegel | FORMER VP/DIRECTOR | $33K | $0 | $33K |
| Michele Cronin | VP/DIRECTOR | $28K | $0 | $28K |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$31.9M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$31.9M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
372
Total Giving
$6.9M
Average Grant
$18K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
111
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Sisters Of The PoorUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $20K | 2023 |
| AspireHEALTH & WELLNESS EDUCATION | Hillside, IL | $100K | 2023 |
| The Salvation ArmyUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $80K | 2023 |
| Pillars-Constance Morris HousePROVIDE SHELTER, CARE, AND OUTREACH TO SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE | La Grange, IL | $75K | 2023 |
| Center For Independent FuturesFUNDING FOR ELECTRONIC CURRICULUM FOR DISABLED | Evanston, IL | $65K | 2023 |
| Saban CenterDEVELOP A STEM EDUCATION PROGRAM | Tuscaloosa, AL | $50K | 2023 |
| Josephium AcademyUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $35K | 2023 |
| St Patrick High SchoolFINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM | Chicago, IL | $30K | 2023 |
| Northern Illinois Food BankPURCHASING FOOD FOR EMERGENCIES AND DISTRIBUTION TO FOOD PANTRIES | Geneva, IL | $30K | 2023 |
| Misericordia Heart Of MercyUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $30K | 2023 |
| Christ The King College PrepUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $30K | 2023 |
| San Miguel SchoolMIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAM | Chicago, IL | $30K | 2023 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High SchoolUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $30K | 2023 |
| Chicago Jesuit AcademyUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $30K | 2023 |
| Holy Trinity High SchoolSUPPORT THE STUDENT ASSITANCE PROGRAM | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| St Martin De Porras High SchoolUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Waukegan, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| St Malachy SchoolUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Alliance Francais De ChicagoEXPAND FRENCH LANGUAGE SKILLS | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| AspirtechEMPOWER INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM | Highland Park, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Nativity Jesuit AcademyUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT AND FUND TEMPORARY ACADEMIC AIDE | Milwaukee, WI | $25K | 2023 |
| Mount Carmel High SchoolUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Brother Rice HsUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Mother Mc Auley High SchoolUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| St Vincent De Paul CenterUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Mercy Home For Boys & GirlsEDUCATION AND CAREER RESOURCES | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Clare Woods AcademyUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Wheaton, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Colorado School Of MinesSCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM | Golden, CO | $25K | 2023 |
| Providence St Mels High SchoolUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Hadley School For The BlindSUPPORT TRAINING AND ASSISTANCE TOVISUAL IMPARED INDIVIDUALS | Winnetka, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Fayetteville Public Education FundPROVIDES OUR STUDENTS WITH EXTRAORDINARY EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES BY FOSTERING STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS AND INVESTING IN INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS CHAMPIONED BY OUR EDUCATORS | Fayetteville, AR | $25K | 2023 |
| Eoa Childrens HouseUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Springsdale, AR | $25K | 2023 |
| Our Lady Of Tepeyac High SchoolSUPPORT THE NEEDS BASED FINANCIAL AID PROGRAM | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| The Jones CenterUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Springdale, AR | $20K | 2023 |
| Little Friends Of The ElderlyTO RELIEVE ISOLATION AND LONELINESS FOR SNIOR CITIZENS | Chicago, IL | $20K | 2023 |
| The BoulevardPROVIDE SERVICES TO HOMELESS PEOPLE | Chicago, IL | $20K | 2023 |
| Southwest Chicago PadsSUPPORT CASE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM | Chicago, IL | $15K | 2023 |
| Northside HousingPROVIDING CRUCIAL SERVICES TO THOSE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS | Chicago, IL | $15K | 2023 |
| Mercy Housing LakefrontUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $15K | 2023 |
| Oliver Soccer FcSUPPORT UNDERPRIVILEGED TO PLAY SOCCER | Fayetteville, AR | $15K | 2023 |
| Common PantryNONPROFIT FOOD PANTRY | Chicago, IL | $15K | 2023 |
| The Infant Welfare SocietyUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Oak Park, IL | $15K | 2023 |
| Home Housing OpportunitiesUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $15K | 2023 |
| Roseland Training CenterPARENT/CHILD TUTORING PROGRAM | Chicago, IL | $15K | 2023 |
| Childrens Research TriangleSUMMER CAMP FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES | Chicago, IL | $15K | 2023 |
| Operation WarmUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Phildelphia, PA | $12K | 2023 |
| Onward Neighborhood HousingUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $12K | 2023 |
| New MomsSERVING YOUNG MOMS EXPERIENCING POVERTY AND HOMELESSNESS | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Northwestern SettlementSUPPORT TO INDIVIDUALS & FAMILIES WITH BASIC DAILY NEEDS | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Oskaloosa Christian SchoolTECHNOLOGY UPGRADES | Oskaloosa, IA | $10K | 2023 |
| Franciscan Outsearch AssociationUNRESTRICTED ORGANIZATION SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2023 |