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Form 990-PFTax year 2024EIN 36-6066471

Fred J Brunner Foundation

A private foundation in Bensenville, IL. Its return for tax year 2024 lists 80 grants and $1.6 million paid in grants.

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Tax year 2024 (period ending Dec 31, 2024), read from the IRS e-file on Nov 11, 2026. Returns reach the IRS 5 to 18 months after the year they describe.

How to apply

Accepts applications

The return gives an application contact and rules, as below.

Contact
Michele Cronin Director
300 Evergreen Street
Bensenville, IL 60106
(847) 678-3232
Form and materials
Application should be submitted in any form desired by the applicant which clearly states the character of the applicant and the purpose of the grant requested. Additionally, the organization must provide an affidavit that the organization qualifies as a non-private foundation. A photocopy of the most recent IRS determination letter and current financial statements must also be submitted.
Deadlines
Submission deadline is august 1 of any calendar year.
Restrictions
There are no restrictions or limitations on awards. However, the foundation makes grants only to tax-exempt, charitable organizations primarily in the fields of health and education.

Assets and giving by year

5 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.

  • Tax year 2024

    $1,591,000

    Grants listed
    80
    Assets, end of year
    $31,936,896

  • Tax year 2023

    $1,631,000

    Grants listed
    79
    Assets, end of year
    $32,437,362

  • Tax year 2022

    $1,950,000

    Grants listed
    98
    Assets, end of year
    $31,668,610

  • Tax year 2021

    $1,810,000

    Grants listed
    99
    Assets, end of year
    $32,887,922

  • Tax year 2020

    $1,465,750

    Grants listed
    96
    Assets, end of year
    $32,684,759

Grants paid in 2024

80 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. The Salvation ArmyChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $80,000
  2. AspireHillside, IL

    Health & wellness education

    $75,000
  3. Pillars-Constance Morris HouseLa Grange, IL

    Provide shelter, care, and outreach to survivors of domestic violence

    $75,000
  4. Center for Independent FuturesEvanston, IL

    Funding for electronic curriculum for disabled

    $50,000
  5. Saban CenterTuscaloosa, AL

    Develop a STEM education program

    $50,000
  6. Chicago Jesuit AcademyChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $30,000
  7. Christ the King College PrepChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $30,000
  8. Cristo Rey Jesuit High SchoolChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $30,000
  9. Misericordia Heart of MercyChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $30,000
  10. Northern Illinois Food BankGeneva, IL

    Purchasing food for emergencies and distribution to food pantries

    $30,000
  11. San Miguel SchoolChicago, IL

    Middle school program

    $30,000
  12. St Patrick High SchoolChicago, IL

    Financial assistance program

    $30,000
  13. Alliance Francais de ChicagoChicago, IL

    Expand french language skills

    $25,000
  14. AspirtechHighland Park, IL

    Empower individuals with autism

    $25,000
  15. Brother Rice HSChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $25,000
  16. Clare Woods AcademyWheaton, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $25,000
  17. Colorado School of MinesGolden, CO

    Scholarship program

    $25,000
  18. Eoa Childrens HouseSpringsdale, AR

    Unrestricted organization support

    $25,000
  19. Fayetteville Public Education FundFayetteville, AR

    Unrestricted organziation support

    $25,000
  20. Hadley School for the BlindWinnetka, IL

    Support training and assistance tovisual impared individuals

    $25,000
  21. Holy Trinity High SchoolChicago, IL

    Support the student assitance program

    $25,000
  22. Mercy Home for Boys & GirlsChicago, IL

    Education and career resources

    $25,000
  23. Mother MC Auley High SchoolChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $25,000
  24. Mount Carmel High SchoolChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $25,000
  25. Nativity Jesuit AcademyMilwaukee, WI

    Unrestricted organization support and fund temporary academic aide

    $25,000
  26. Our Lady of Tepeyac High SchoolChicago, IL

    Support the needs based financial aid program

    $25,000
  27. Providence St Mels High SchoolChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $25,000
  28. St Malachy SchoolChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $25,000
  29. St Vincent de Paul CenterChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $25,000
  30. Meals on WheelsEvanston, IL

    Support homebound and disabled individuals

    $25,000
  31. Childrens Advocacy CenterChicago, IL

    Support to children from sexual abuse

    $20,000
  32. Little Friends of the ElderlyChicago, IL

    To relieve isolation and loneliness for snior citizens

    $20,000
  33. Little Sisters of the PoorChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $20,000
  34. The BoulevardChicago, IL

    Provide services to homeless people

    $20,000
  35. The Jones CenterSpringdale, AR

    Unrestricted organization support

    $20,000
  36. Kolbe HouseChicago, IL

    Assist people impacted by incarceration

    $20,000
  37. Childrens Research TriangleChicago, IL

    Summer camp for children with disabilities

    $15,000
  38. Common PantryChicago, IL

    Nonprofit food pantry

    $15,000
  39. Home Housing OpportunitiesChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $15,000
  40. Mercy Housing LakefrontChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $15,000
  41. Northside HousingChicago, IL

    Providing crucial services to those experiencing homelessness

    $15,000
  42. Oliver Soccer FCFayetteville, AR

    Support underprivileged to play soccer

    $15,000
  43. Roseland Training CenterChicago, IL

    Parent/child tutoring program

    $15,000
  44. Southwest Chicago PadsChicago, IL

    Support case management program

    $15,000
  45. The Infant Welfare SocietyOak Park, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $15,000
  46. Onward Neighborhood HousingChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $12,000
  47. Operation WarmPhildelphia, PA

    Unrestricted organization support

    $12,000
  48. Avenue to IndependencePark Ridge, IL

    Nursing services for adults with special needs

    $10,000
  49. Chicago Academy for Science KidsChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $10,000
  50. Chicago Lighthouse for the BlindChicago, IL

    Help people who are blind, visually impared, disabled and veterans

    $10,000
  51. Cje Senior LifeChicago, IL

    Home delivered meals to seniors

    $10,000
  52. Crisis Center of So SuburbiaTinley Park, IL

    Support to children and adult victims of domestic violence

    $10,000
  53. Daniel Murphy Scholarship FundChicago, IL

    Provide high shcool scholarships

    $10,000
  54. Disabled Patriot FundPalos Heights, IL

    Provide assistance for us veterns and their families

    $10,000
  55. Franciscan Outsearch AssociationChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $10,000
  56. Glen Ellyn Childrens ResouceGlen Ellyn, IL

    Support after school and summer programs for low income students

    $10,000
  57. Have DreamsPark Ridge, IL

    Programs for children, youths and adults impacted by autism (asd)

    $10,000
  58. Home of the SparrowWoodstock, IL

    Provide support for women and children who are homeless

    $10,000
  59. Housing ForwardMaywood, IL

    Provide basic needs and services for the homeless

    $10,000
  60. How Housing OpportunitiesChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $10,000
  61. Illinois Science & Technology InstChicago, IL

    Promote student interest in math, science, engineering, and tech

    $10,000
  62. Lambs Farm FoundationLibertyville, IL

    Opportunites for adults with developmental disabilities

    $10,000
  63. Marklund of Mill CreekGeneva, IL

    Home improvements for residents at philip center in bloomingdale

    $10,000
  64. Martin Avenue ApartmentsNaperville, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $10,000
  65. Midtown Education FDNChicago, IL

    Support educational programs for 4-12 grade youth

    $10,000
  66. Missouri Univeristy of Science TechRolla, MO

    Scholarship program

    $10,000
  67. Mutual GroundAurora, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $10,000
  68. New MomsChicago, IL

    Serving young moms experiencing poverty and homelessness

    $10,000
  69. Northwestern SettlementChicago, IL

    Support to individuals & families with basic daily needs

    $10,000
  70. Oskaloosa Christian SchoolOskaloosa, IA

    Technology upgrades

    $10,000
  71. Sister HouseOak Park, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $10,000
  72. South Dakota Mines & TechnologyRapid City, SD

    Scholarships for junior or seniors

    $10,000
  73. The Night MinistryChicago, IL

    Support the interim housing program

    $10,000
  74. Turning PointWoodstock, IL

    Support secure emergency shelter

    $10,000
  75. WingsPalatine, IL

    Safe house for victims of domestic violence

    $10,000
  76. Zacharias CenterGurnee, IL

    Support survivors of sexual abuse

    $10,000
  77. Returning HomeSpringdale, AR

    Unrestricted organization support

    $10,000
  78. Senior Care Volunteer WorkCrystal Lake, IL

    Assist senior citizens maintain their independence

    $9,000
  79. Hoopston Multi Agency ServicesHoopston, IL

    Provide transporation for sniors for in town services

    $8,000
  80. St Xavier UniversityChicago, IL

    Unrestricted organization support

    $5,000

Where the money goes

By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.

  1. Human services5 grants $90,00045% of the total
  2. Food and agriculture1 grant $30,00015% of the total
  3. Housing and shelter3 grants $30,00015% of the total
  4. Jobs and employment2 grants $20,00010% of the total
  5. Education1 grant $15,0008% of the total
  6. Sports and recreation1 grant $15,0008% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. Illinois68 grants $1,354,000
  2. Arkansas5 grants $95,000
  3. Alabama1 grant $50,000
  4. Colorado1 grant $25,000
  5. Wisconsin1 grant $25,000
  6. Pennsylvania1 grant $12,000
  7. Iowa1 grant $10,000
  8. Missouri1 grant $10,000
  9. South Dakota1 grant $10,000

Officers, directors and trustees

3 people as filed

As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.

  • Fred M BrunnerPRES/DIRECTOR Hours 5Pay $50,000
  • Robert B WolfSECY/TREAS Hours 10Pay $27,600
  • Michele CroninVP/DIRECTOR Hours 10Pay $50,000

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