The John D and Minnie R
The John D and Minnie R is a private foundation, based in Libertyville, IL. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $5.0M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 8 grants totaling $380K. Net investment income was $210K.
The John D and Minnie R at a glance
In short: The John D and Minnie R gave $380K across 8 grants in 2024 (avg $48K), mostly in Illinois. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $380,000
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 8
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $47,500
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $35,000
- Total assets
- $5,027,292
- -5.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Illinois (82% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The John D and Minnie R funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 8 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was University of Illinois Foundation ($150K). Together the top 8 received $380K.
Grant Size Distribution
35 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 22 grants of 35 (63%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 8 itemized grants.
Cities
How The John D and Minnie R gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+3%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 99% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $340K (2020) to $425K (2022). In 2024 it made 8 grants totaling $380K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Foundation Urbana, IL | To aid students with disabilities | $150,000 |
| Midtown-Metro Achievement Centers Chicago, IL | Support student programs | $50,000 |
| The Buoniconti Fund Miami, FL | Support research to cure paralysis | $50,000 |
| Crohn's Colitis Foundation Des Plaines, IL | Support research and programs for patients with inflammatory bowel disease | $40,000 |
| Catholic Charities Archdiocese Chic Chicago, IL | Support those in need | $30,000 |
| Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Chicago, IL | Support rehabilitation programs | $20,000 |
| Little City Foundation Palatine, IL | Children's Residential Program | $20,000 |
| Multiple Sclerosis Ass'n of America Cherry Hill, NJ | Support for those living with MS | $20,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,027,292 | $259,908 | $429,228 | $380,000 | 8 | $380,000 | $210,004 | $385,329 |
| 2023 | $5,300,819 | $264,149 | $422,230 | $380,000 | 8 | $380,000 | $218,089 | $359,096 |
| 2022 | $5,381,428 | $197,994 | $483,113 | $425,000 | 7 | $425,000 | $144,251 | $375,047 |
| 2021 | $5,841,562 | $940,267 | $433,495 | $370,000 | 6 | $370,000 | $883,892 | $421,840 |
| 2020 | $5,142,091 | $295,126 | $395,186 | $340,000 | 6 | — | $235,711 | $368,642 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The John D and Minnie R reported a distributable amount of $385K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The John D and Minnie R's 2024 filing lists 3 officers; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
James D Adducci
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Robert C Keeley
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
V George Maliekel
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Melissa Brunette retd (2020) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 The John D and Minnie R
How much does The John D and Minnie R give each year?
The John D and Minnie R gave $380K across 8 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $380K across 8 grants.
What is The John D and Minnie R's typical grant size?
The John D and Minnie R's median grant in 2024 was $35,000, and its average grant was $47,500, across 8 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The John D and Minnie R give grants?
The John D and Minnie R gives mostly in Illinois: 82% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Florida (13%) and New Jersey (5%). The most frequent recipient cities were Chicago, IL (3 grants).
Does The John D and Minnie R give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 8 grants with a stated purpose on The John D and Minnie R's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are The John D and Minnie R's largest grantees?
The John D and Minnie R's largest 2024 grantees include University of Illinois Foundation ($150,000), Midtown-Metro Achievement Centers ($50,000) and The Buoniconti Fund ($50,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 66% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The John D and Minnie R?
The John D and Minnie R reported $5.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $380K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $385K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What is The John D and Minnie R's EIN?
The John D and Minnie R's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-3388493. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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