Comprehensive foundation profile based on the most recent IRS Form 990 filing
The Grainger Foundation Inc, based in Lake Forest, Illinois, is a philanthropic organization with assets totaling approximately $159 million. The foundation's annual expenses are around $18.4 million, while its revenue is about $11.2 million. The foundation supports a wide range of subject areas including arts and culture, education, health, science, technology, public safety, disaster management, human services, and food aid. It primarily funds initiatives within Illinois. Key personnel include D W Grainger, a director with no compensation, and G J Sinclair, the Senior Vice President & Secretary, who receives a compensation of $310,562. Other notable figures include J L Howard, the Chairman & Director, and J S Chapman, the Chairman Emeritus & Director, both receiving $100,000 in compensation. The foundation is committed to supporting various community needs, particularly in emergency and disaster relief efforts.
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Financials
+2.6% from previous year
1 grants awarded in 2024
Of total revenue spent on programs
Grants
| Purpose | Location | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $63,349,480 | SEE ATTACHED SCHEDULE | SEE ATTACHED SCHEDULE | See attached, IL, US | 2022 |
| $44,394,439 | SEE ATTACHED SCHEDULE | SEE ATTACHED SCHEDULE | See attached, IL, US | 2023 |
| $16,693,000 | SEE ATTACHED SCHEDULE | SEE ATTACHED SCHEDULE | See attached, IL, US | 2024 |
People
Compensation data from most recent available 990 forms
| Title | |||
|---|---|---|---|
GJ
G J Sinclair
| Senior Vice President & Secretary | $310,562 | 2024 |
JS
J S Chapman
| Chairman Emeritus & Director | $100,000 | 2024 |
JL
J L Howard
| Chairman & Director | $100,000 | 2024 |
JW
Julia Wold
| Vice President | $86,500 | 2024 |
CJ
C J Bellmore
| Treasurer | $50,000 | 2024 |
D W Grainger
Director
G J Sinclair
Senior Vice President & Secretary
W B Hayden
Vice President
C J Bellmore
Treasurer
J S Chapman
Chairman Emeritus & Director
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Financial data sourced from IRS 990 forms via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer
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