The GRAND Foundation is a private philanthropic organization based in Sturtevant, Wisconsin. The foundation was established to provide funds to organizations that foster growth and opportunity, with a particular emphasis on youth, education, and local communities. The organization was built on the legacy of Grand Appliance and its founder's commitment to helping others.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$263K
+4.1% YoY
Annual Giving
$198K
+32.1% YoY
Grant Count
48
+50.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$4K
-11.9% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Grand Foundation reported a distributable amount of $7K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To partner with communities to promote education and social harmony for people of all ages.
Primary Focus Areas:
- Education
- Youth development
- Community development
- Philanthropy and grantmaking
- Human services
Grantmaking
The GRAND Foundation actively accepts grant requests from local organizations making a difference in their communities. The foundation features a rotating "12 Months of Giving" program that highlights and supports different organizations every two months, with each featured organization receiving support during their designated period.
Grant Range
Approximately $19,000
Average Grant
Approximately $19,000
How to Apply
** The foundation accepts grant requests through their website with an "Apply Now" option for organizations seeking support.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The GRAND Foundation funds projects across multiple U.S. states, including:
- Connecticut
- Georgia
- Iowa
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Michigan
- Missouri
- Nevada
- New York
- South Carolina
- Wisconsin
The foundation has supported projects in major cities including Chicago, Milwaukee, and Indianapolis, as well as smaller communities.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets: $252,419
- Annual Expenses (2024): $152,327
- Annual Revenue (2024): $150,725
- Expense Ratio: 101.1% of total revenue
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $262,742 | $252,419 | $254,021 |
| Revenue | $272,979 | $150,725 | $255,000 |
| Expenses | $262,656 | $152,327 | $196,686 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $258,868 | $151,630 | $191,763 |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | $7,213 | $7,745 | $4,911 |
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
215 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from Grand Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Waukegan to College ($52,000), Carmel Catholic High School ($30,000), Dotted Line Divas ($10,371).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| A BETTER LIFE FOR KIDS MOUNT PROSPECT, IL | UNRESTRICTED FOR GENERAL USE OF CHARITY | $259 |
| AMERICAN LIVER FOUNDATION CHICAGO, IL | UNRESTRICTED FOR GENERAL USE OF CHARITY | $515 |
| AWESOME YOUNG AUTHOR'S AWARD AND COMMUNITY RACINE, WI | UNRESTRICTED FOR GENERAL USE OF CHARITY | $5,000 |
| BURN BOOT CAMP MADISON, WI | UNRESTRICTED FOR GENERAL USE OF CHARITY | $500 |
| CARMEL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL MUNDELEIN, IL | UNRESTRICTED FOR GENERAL USE OF CHARITY | $30,000 |
| CHICAGO SURVIVORS INC CHICAGO, IL | UNRESTRICTED FOR GENERAL USE OF CHARITY | $1,189 |
| CRADLES TO CRAYONS CHICAGO, IL | UNRESTRICTED FOR GENERAL USE OF CHARITY | $10,000 |
| DO GOOD WISCONSIN MARSHALL, WI | UNRESTRICTED FOR GENERAL USE OF CHARITY | $1,030 |
| DOTTED LINE DIVAS CARMEL, IN | UNRESTRICTED FOR GENERAL USE OF CHARITY | $10,371 |
| EMPOWERED TUTORING APPLETON, WI | UNRESTRICTED FOR GENERAL USE OF CHARITY | $2,500 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The board of directors includes:
- Meagan M. Gauri
- Jane L. Hood
- Aaron D. Reckling
All board members serve without compensation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEAGAN M GAURI | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| JANE L HOOD | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| AARON D RECKLING | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The GRAND Foundation announced the inaugural **2025 Reckling Invitational** golf tournament, scheduled for Monday, September 8th, 2025, at the Club at Strawberry Creek in Kenosha, Wisconsin. The event runs from 10:00 AM – 7:30 PM CDT with a shotgun, best ball start at 12:00 PM CDT. Proceeds support the **Mark R. Reckling Scholarship**, established in honor of Mark Reckling, who was born and raised in Waukegan and owned and operated Grand Appliance for 43 years.
Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation Announces $200,000 Endowment MatchThe foundation's "12 Months of Giving" program continues to feature different organizations throughout the year, with recent recipients including the Indy Hygiene Hub (March/April 2025).
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Grand Foundation fund?
**Mission:** To partner with communities to promote education and social harmony for people of all ages. **Primary Focus Areas:** • Education • Youth development • Community development • Philanthropy and grantmaking • Human services
How do I apply for a grant from Grand Foundation?
The GRAND Foundation actively accepts grant requests from local organizations making a difference in their communities. The foundation features a rotating "12 Months of Giving" program that highlights and supports different organizations every two months, with each featured organization receiving support during their designated period. **Grant Activity:** • Total giving (2024): $150,725 • Number of grants awarded (2024): 32 grants • Average grant size: Approximately $19,000 **Active Funding Opp…
Where does Grand Foundation make grants?
The GRAND Foundation funds projects across multiple U.S. states, including: • Connecticut • Georgia • Iowa • Illinois • Indiana • Michigan • Missouri • Nevada • New York • South Carolina • Wisconsin The foundation has supported projects in major cities including Chicago, Milwaukee, and Indianapolis, as well as smaller communities.
What size grants does Grand Foundation award?
In 2024, Grand Foundation awarded 48 grants totaling $198K — an average of about $4K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Grand Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Grand Foundation reported a distributable amount of $7K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Grand Foundation's EIN?
Grand Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-3448182. 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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