One for the Kids
Raise funds to improve children's lives. This year monies were also donated to a family that used the funds to pay medical bills associated with their child's illness.
One for the Kids at a glance
In short: One for the Kids gave $35K across 3 grants in 2026 (avg $12K), mostly in Illinois. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $35,000
- -46.2% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 3
- +0.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $11,667
- -46.2% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $15,000
- Total assets
- $48,472
- -11.6% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Illinois (100% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2026; updated September 2026.
Who One for the Kids funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Special Children's Charities ($18K). Together the top 3 received $35K.
Grant Size Distribution
9 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 8 grants of 9 (89%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 3 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How One for the Kids gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2023 to 2026 (+8%). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $33K (2023) to $90K (2024). In 2026 it made 3 grants totaling $35K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Special Children's Charities Chicago, IL | Donation | $18,000 |
| Advocate Children's Heart Institute Elgin, IL | Donation | $15,000 |
| Not Your Fathers Foundation (Nyff) La Grange, IL | Donation | $2,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $48,472 | $156,926 | $163,301 | $35,000 | 3 | — |
| 2025 | $54,847 | $190,311 | $193,565 | $65,000 | 3 | — |
| 2024 | $67,994 | $271,714 | $266,231 | $90,000 | 2 | — |
| 2023 | $62,511 | $246,545 | $209,174 | $32,500 | 1 | — |
| 2022 | $25,140 | $182,276 | $166,005 | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $8,869 | $46,358 | $49,019 | — | — | — |
| 2020 | $13,569 | $202,505 | $193,375 | $63,500 | 2 | $-64 |
About One for the Kids
Based on IRS filings
One for the Kids is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Western Springs, IL. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2026. As of 2026, the organization holds $48K in total assets. In 2026, it awarded 3 grants totaling $35K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
One for the Kids is led by Bob Lanigan, President since 2026 (on filings since 2023); none of the 30 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Bob Lanigan
President
Vice President → President, 2026
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Colleen Benedetto
Executive Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Timothy O'Malley
Trustee
President → Trustee, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bill Kuhl
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Chris Orvino
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Chuck Rickman
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dan Irwin
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ed McMurray
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Eric Degnan
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Hugh McLaughlin
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jim Seagraves
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joe Chura
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kevin Kickels
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Matt Scales
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mike Glennon
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mike Magnusson
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Pat O'Flaherty
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Paul Windsor
Trustee
President → Trustee, 2026
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Pete McMurray
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Phil Lukowski
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Randy Stancik
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rob Pavetto
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tim Carey
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tino Gonzalez
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tom Doyle
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bob McNulty
Trustee
On filings since 2025
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lindsey Driscoll
Trustee
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tim Smith
Trustee
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jim Gilligan
Vice President
Trustee → Vice President, 2026
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mike Corrigan
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Timothy Smith (2020–2025) — Trustee
- Former: Bill Bracken (2023–2025) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about One for the Kids
How much does One for the Kids give each year?
One for the Kids gave $35K across 3 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990. In 2025 it gave $65K across 3 grants.
What is One for the Kids's typical grant size?
One for the Kids's median grant in 2026 was $15,000, and its average grant was $11,667, across 3 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990.
Where does One for the Kids give grants?
One for the Kids gives mostly in Illinois: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there.
Does One for the Kids give general operating support?
Not in 2026: none of the 3 grants with a stated purpose on One for the Kids's 2026 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Donation" (3 grants).
How large is One for the Kids?
One for the Kids reported $48K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $157K.
What is One for the Kids?
One for the Kids is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Western Springs, IL. It holds $48K in total assets as of 2026.
What is One for the Kids's EIN?
One for the Kids's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-4311480. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2026.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS September 1, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-EZ for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS October 14, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS April 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS March 5, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS July 9, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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