Dan & Pat Jorndt Amundsen High School
The Dan & Pat Jorndt Amundsen High School Learning Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation established in 1999 and based in Northbrook, Illinois. The foundation was created to support Amundsen High School in Chicago through scholarships and educational grants.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$390K
+34.5% YoY
Grant Count
31
+3.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$13K
+30.1% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation provides scholarship awards for graduating students of Amundsen High School in Chicago, Illinois, and makes grant awards to teachers at the same school. The foundation focuses on educational achievement and student needs.
Grantmaking
The foundation distributes approximately $390,000 annually in grants. Typical grant awards range from $5,000 to $20,000, with a median grant size of $10,000. Recent grant activity shows approximately 31 grants distributed. The foundation has made significant capital contributions to the school, including donations designated for athletic facilities and infrastructure improvements.
Grant Range
of $10,000. Recent grant activity shows approximately 31 grants distributed. The foundation has made significant capital contributions to the school, including donations designated for athletic facilities and infrastructure improvements.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation's funding is concentrated in Illinois, specifically supporting Amundsen High School and its students and faculty in Chicago.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $2,429,639
- Total Giving: $390,000
- Total Revenue: $2.5 million
- Total Expenses: $463,000
- Total Liabilities: $0
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
147 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Amundsen High School ($20,000), Jorie Pesce ($20,000), Sophia Darugar ($20,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMUNDSEN HIGH SCHOOL CHICAGO, IL | DEFRAY ADMINISTRATION COSTS | $20,000 |
| ANDREW ANGLADA CHICAGO, IL | STUDENT - COLLEGE STUDIES | $10,000 |
| BRANDON SCHNEIDER CHICAGO, IL | STUDENT - COLLEGE STUDIES | $10,000 |
| DAVID D DANSO CHICAGO, IL | STUDENT - COLLEGE STUDIES | $10,000 |
| ELENA O'BRIEN CHICAGO, IL | STUDENT - COLLEGE STUDIES | $10,000 |
| JACKSON MENENDEZ CHICAGO, IL | STUDENT - COLLEGE STUDIES | $10,000 |
| JORIE PESCE CHICAGO, IL | TEACHER - POST GRAD STUDIES | $20,000 |
| JOSEPH MORCO CHICAGO, IL | STUDENT - COLLEGE STUDIES | $10,000 |
| MEGHAN TAYLOR CHICAGO, IL | TEACHER - POST GRAD STUDIES | $5,000 |
| MILLA KERCH CHICAGO, IL | STUDENT - COLLEGE STUDIES | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Kristine Schwandner — President/Treasurer
- Kara Haravon — President/Treasurer
- Robert R Delaney Sr — Secretary/Director
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KRISTINE SCHWANDNER | PRESIDENT/TREASURER | 1 | $30,000 |
| KARA HARAVON | PRESIDENT/TREASURER | 1 | $30,000 |
| ROBERT R DELANEY SR | SECRETARY/DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has made substantial contributions to Amundsen High School's infrastructure and student support programs. In recent years, the foundation donated $1.2 million to the school, with portions designated for athletic facilities including a new football field and scholarships for graduating seniors.
Jorndt Foundation Donates $1.2 Million To Amundsen HS | Chicago Public SchoolsSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dan & Pat Jorndt Amundsen High School fund?
The foundation provides scholarship awards for graduating students of Amundsen High School in Chicago, Illinois, and makes grant awards to teachers at the same school. The foundation focuses on educational achievement and student needs.
How do I apply for a grant from Dan & Pat Jorndt Amundsen High School?
The foundation distributes approximately $390,000 annually in grants. Typical grant awards range from $5,000 to $20,000, with a median grant size of $10,000. Recent grant activity shows approximately 31 grants distributed. The foundation has made significant capital contributions to the school, including donations designated for athletic facilities and infrastructure improvements.
Where does Dan & Pat Jorndt Amundsen High School make grants?
The foundation's funding is concentrated in Illinois, specifically supporting Amundsen High School and its students and faculty in Chicago.
What size grants does Dan & Pat Jorndt Amundsen High School award?
In 2024, Dan & Pat Jorndt Amundsen High School awarded 31 grants totaling $390K — an average of about $13K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Dan & Pat Jorndt Amundsen High School's EIN?
Dan & Pat Jorndt Amundsen High School's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-4332401. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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