The Robert McCormack Family Charitable
The Robert McCormack Family Charitable is a private foundation based in Chicago, Illinois. Its 2024 filing lists grants to charitable organizations including schools, foundations, community organizations, and cultural and medical institutions.
Key facts about The Robert McCormack Family Charitable
In short: The Robert McCormack Family Charitable gave $886K across 32 grants in 2024 (avg $28K), top state Florida. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- EIN
- 36-7410704
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990 filing, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $885,800
- Grants made (2024)
- 32
- Average grant
- $27,681
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Primary geography
- Florida (27% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990 filing, 2024; updated September 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990 filing · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$886K
+179.9% YoY
Grant Count
32
+3100.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$28K
-91.3% YoY
How The Robert McCormack Family Charitable gives
- Giving grew 54% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations with varied missions. For example, Hobe Sound Community Chest says its mission is to promote the social and educational wellbeing of the community by funding programs for residents in need. Redding Land Trust says it works to preserve local natural resources and promote their scientific and educational study. Maltz Jupiter Theatre describes its mission as entertaining, educating, and inspiring the community through performing arts and theater education.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 32 grants totaling $885,800. Grant amounts ranged from $200 to $150,000, with a median of $10,000. Its largest 2024 grants included $150,000 each to Hotchkiss School and Naval SEAL Foundation, and $125,000 to Everglades Foundation; each was designated for general support. Other notable grants included $50,000 to Hobe Sound Community Chest, BMQR NYYC American Magic, Hoover Institution, and PTA of Lillie Devereaux Blake School.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, the largest shares of grant dollars went to recipients in Florida (27%), Connecticut (18%), Virginia (17%), New York (16%), and the District of Columbia (6%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 32 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $317K (2023) to $886K (2024). In 2024 it made 32 grants totaling $886K.
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Hotchkiss School ($150K). Together the top 10 received $715K.
Grant Size Distribution
36 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 25 grants of 36 (69%).
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hotchkiss School Salisbury, CT | General Support | $150,000 |
| Naval Seal Foundation Virginia Beach, VA | General Support | $150,000 |
| Everglades Foundation Palmetto Bay, FL | General Support | $125,000 |
| Hobe Sound Community Chest Bobe Sound, FL | General Support | $50,000 |
| BMQR Nyyc American Magic (New York Yacht New York, NY | General Support | $50,000 |
| Hoover Institution Washington, DC | General Support | $50,000 |
| PTA of Lillie Devereaux Blake School New York, NY | General Support | $50,000 |
| Naval Institute Foundation Annapolis, MD | General Support | $37,500 |
| World Forum AGI 2024 N Plam Beach, FL | General Support | $27,000 |
| Shirley Ryan Ability Lab Chicago, IL | General Support | $25,000 |
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Grant total | Grant count |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $885,800 | 32 |
| 2023 | $316,500 | 1 |
| 2022 | $483,350 | 1 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Northern Trust Company is listed as trustee on the 2024 filing.
The Robert McCormack Family Charitable's only listed officer is Northern Trust Company, Trustee on every filing since 2020 (compensated).
Officers on the 2024 filing
Northern Trust Company
Trustee
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$5K (2020) → $10K (2024)
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $10K, to Northern Trust Company (Trustee).
Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 803878, Chicago, IL 60680
Phone: (312) 630-6000
Frequently asked questions about The Robert McCormack Family Charitable
How much does The Robert McCormack Family Charitable give each year?
The Robert McCormack Family Charitable gave $886K across 32 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. In 2023 it gave $317K across 1 grant.
What is The Robert McCormack Family Charitable's typical grant size?
The Robert McCormack Family Charitable's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $27,681, across 32 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
Where does The Robert McCormack Family Charitable give grants?
The Robert McCormack Family Charitable's top state is Florida, with 27% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. The next largest states were Connecticut (18%) and Virginia (17%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (5 grants), Westerly, RI (5 grants), Jupiter, FL (3 grants) and Hobe Sound, FL (2 grants).
Does The Robert McCormack Family Charitable give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Robert McCormack Family Charitable's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (32 of 32) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
Who are The Robert McCormack Family Charitable's largest grantees?
The Robert McCormack Family Charitable's largest 2024 grantees include Hotchkiss School ($150,000), Naval Seal Foundation ($150,000) and Everglades Foundation ($125,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Together they received 48% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
What does The Robert McCormack Family Charitable fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations with varied missions. For example, Hobe Sound Community Chest says its mission is to promote the social and educational wellbeing of the community by funding programs for residents in need. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Robert McCormack Family Charitable?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Robert McCormack Family Charitable's EIN?
The Robert McCormack Family Charitable's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-7410704. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Robert McCormack Family Charitable accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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