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James And Catherine Denny Foundation is a private trust based in CHICAGO, IL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1994. The principal officer is Alberto Floresrobbins & Ass. It holds total assets of $5.1M. Annual income is reported at $1.5M. Total assets have grown from $634K in 2011 to $5.1M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 2 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 2018 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Illinois. According to available records, James And Catherine Denny Foundation has made 116 grants totaling $3.8M, with a median grant of $10K. Annual giving has decreased from $2.5M in 2020 to $746K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $1M, with an average award of $33K. The foundation has supported 63 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Illinois, District of Columbia, Florida, which account for 94% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$23K
Largest Grant
$289K
Based on 44 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.
James And Catherine Denny Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 116 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in IL, DC, FL.
James And Catherine Denny Foundation has distributed a total of $3.8M across 116 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $33K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $1M.
James And Catherine Denny Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
James And Catherine Denny Foundation is headquartered in CHICAGO, IL. While based in IL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 8 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James M Denny | TRUSTEE/P/T | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Catherine M Denny | TRUSTEE/P/T | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$5.1M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$5.1M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
116
Total Giving
$3.8M
Average Grant
$33K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
63
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| United WayUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Chicago Jesuit AcademyUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $244K | 2023 |
| Catholic ExtensionUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $244K | 2023 |
| ClearbrookUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Arlington Heights, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| American Enterprise InstituteUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | South Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Shirley Ryan AbilitylabUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Adler PlanetariumUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Marine Corps Scholarship FoundationUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $15K | 2023 |
| Cleveland Clinic Martin Health FoundationUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Stuart, FL | $10K | 2023 |
| Navy Seal FoundationUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Oak Brook, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Northwestern Memorial FoundationUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Loyola University ChicagoUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Depaul UniversityUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Lyric Opera Of ChicagoUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Mundelein SeminaryUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Mundelein, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| The Field MuseumUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| Hobe Sound Community ChestUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Hobe Sound, FL | $5K | 2023 |
| Art Institute Of ChicagoUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| Leo Catholic High SchoolUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| Saints Faith Hope & CharityUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Winnetka, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| The Lumen Christi InstituteUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| Museum Of Science & IndustryUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| Chicago Council On Global AffairsUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| The Ireland Funds AmericaUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | New York, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Come To BelieveUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | New York, NY | $3K | 2023 |
| Homan Square Community Center FoundationUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $1K | 2023 |
| Loyola AcademyUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Wilmette, IL | $50K | 2022 |
| Catholic Theological UnionUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $32K | 2022 |
| United Way Of Metro ChicagoUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2022 |
| Teach For AmericaUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2022 |
| WwciUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2022 |
| Chicago Shakespeare TheaterUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2022 |
| Catholic Relief ServicesUNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE GIFT | Baltimore, MD | $13K | 2022 |