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Helens Hope Foundation is a private corporation based in WEST CHICAGO, IL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2004. The principal officer is Bernard B Bertsche. It holds total assets of $657K. Annual income is reported at $946K. Total assets have grown from $1.2M in 2011 to $1.4M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. Wheaton academy - nurture growth in high school aged students through relationships, excellence, and service to the glory of god. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Illinois. According to available records, Helens Hope Foundation has made 65 grants totaling $2.3M, with a median grant of $13K. The foundation has distributed between $1.1M and $1.1M annually from 2022 to 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $320K, with an average award of $35K. The foundation has supported 41 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Illinois, Connecticut, Wisconsin, which account for 57% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 12 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$25K
Average Grant
$34K
Largest Grant
$100K
Based on 15 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Crossroad kids club - youth development of religious leadership.
Expenses: $135K
St. Augustine prep academy - development of k4-12 youth academically.
Expenses: $100K
Letourneau university - christian higher education.
Expenses: $50K
Medsend - healthcare.
Expenses: $50K
Wheaton academy - nurture growth in high school aged students through relationships, excellence, and service to the glory of god. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 65 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in IL, CT, WI.
Helens Hope Foundation has distributed a total of $2.3M across 65 grants. The median grant size is $13K, with an average of $35K. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $320K.
Helens Hope Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Helens Hope Foundation is headquartered in WEST CHICAGO, IL. While based in IL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 12 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeanne Bertsche | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Michael Bertsche | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Benard B Bertsche | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Patrick Bertsche | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$1.1M
Total Assets
$1.4M
Fair Market Value
$1.5M
Net Worth
$1.4M
Grants Paid
$1.1M
Contributions
$600K
Net Investment Income
$55K
Distribution Amount
$67K
Total: $36K
Total Grants
65
Total Giving
$2.3M
Average Grant
$35K
Median Grant
$13K
Unique Recipients
41
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| On The Edge MinistriesMINISTRY | Wheaton, IL | $3K | 2023 |
| Wheaton AcademyEDUCATION | West Chicago, IL | $320K | 2023 |
| Crossroads Kids ClubMINISTRY | Streamwood, IL | $125K | 2023 |
| MedsendHEALTHCARE | Stantford, CT | $110K | 2023 |
| St Augustine Prep AcademyCHRISTIAN EDUCATION | Milwaukee, WI | $100K | 2023 |
| Warrior Youth AthleticsCHRISTIAN ATHLETICS | West Chicago, IL | $50K | 2023 |
| Vine BranchMINISTRY | West Chicago, IL | $50K | 2023 |
| Fellowship For The Performing ArtsMINISTRY | New York, NY | $50K | 2023 |
| Letourneau UniversityEDUCATION | Longview, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Moody Church - Naomi'S HouseMINISTRY | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| One For IsrealMINISTRY | Colleyville, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Masterpiece MinistriesMINISTRY | Lebanon, TN | $20K | 2023 |
| Chosen People MinistriesMINISTRY | New York, NY | $18K | 2023 |
| New Canaan SocietyEDUCATION | New York, NY | $15K | 2023 |
| Cru FoundationMINISTRY | Orlando, FL | $15K | 2023 |
| PioneersMINISTRY | Orlando, FL | $15K | 2023 |
| By The Hand ClubEDUCATION | Chicago, IL | $13K | 2023 |
| Administer JusticeMINISTRY | Elgin, IL | $12K | 2023 |
| Eths FoundationEDUCATION | Evanston, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Evangel ChurchMINISTRY | Hanover Park, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Lifesong For OrphansORPHAN CARE | Gridley, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| World ReliefCHRISTIAN HUMANITARIAN AID | Baltimore, MD | $10K | 2023 |
| Faith & Learning InternationalEDUCATION | Wheaton, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Flourish RwandaHUMANITARIAN AID | River Forest, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Hillsdale CollegeEDUCATION | Hillsdale, MI | $10K | 2023 |
| Truth Alliance FoundationCHILD ABUSE | Schaumburg, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Mission LazarusMINISTRY | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2023 |
| Middle East Bible OutreachMINISTRY | Atlanta, GA | $5K | 2023 |
| Courtside MinistriesMINISTRY | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| Youth For ChristEDUCATION | Wheaton, IL | $2K | 2023 |
| Irish Bible InstituteEDUCATION | Schaumburg, IL | $20K | 2022 |
| Olive Tree CongregationMINISTRY | Prospect Heights, IL | $15K | 2022 |