Thomas and Patricia Pelger Family
The Thomas and Patricia Pelger Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation established in 2012 and based in Peoria, Illinois. It operates as a 501(c)(3) organization with no employees, functioning as a grantmaking entity that distributes funds to charitable causes across multiple sectors.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$279K
+8.9% YoY
Grant Count
24
-7.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$12K
+18.0% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation primarily funds:
- Charitable community support
- Church contributions and religious organizations
- Youth and young adults programs
- Public television support
- Public radio support
- Peoria Cursillo support
- Economic development initiatives
The foundation demonstrates particular commitment to religious institutions and community development in the Peoria area and beyond.
Grantmaking
The foundation maintains a dedicated Church Contribution Fund with an average grant of $13,191 and a range of $70-$40,500. This fund has supported religious organizations across multiple states.
Grant Range
$5,000
Average Grant
of $13,191 and a range of $70-$40,500. This fund has supported religious organizations across multiple states.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation funds organizations in:
- Illinois (primary focus, particularly Peoria)
- Kentucky
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023:
- Total assets: $4,978,578-$5,000,000
- Total revenues: $189,975
- Total expenses: $288,063
- Giving rate: 5.1% of assets
- Number of employees: 0
Historical Trends:
- 2022: $5.0M in assets, $253K in total giving, 17 grants
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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
125 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Society of St Vincent De Paul Inc ($46,057), St Jude Catholic Church ($41,400), St Vincent De Paul Parish ($39,700).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ASHLAND COMMUNITY FOOD BANK ASHLAND, OR | CHARITABLE COMMUNITY SUPPORT | $3,000 |
| BUILDING HOPE IN KIDS - UGANDA WASHINGTON, IL | CHARITABLE COMMUNITY SUPPORT | $2,000 |
| CATHOLIC CHARITIES DIOCESE OF PEORIA PEORIA, IL | CHARITABLE DIOCESE PROGRAM SUPPORT | $7,500 |
| DANDELION HOUSE PORTLAND, OR | CHARITABLE COMMUNITY SUPPORT | $10,000 |
| EWTN CATHOLIC RADIO EUREKA, IL | CATHOLIC RADIO SUPPORT | $1,200 |
| JUVENILE DIABETES RESEARCH FOUNDATION CHICAGO, IL | FINDING A CURE FOR TYPE 1 DIABETES SUPPORT | $200 |
| MERCY HOME FOR BOYS AND GIRLS CHICAGO, IL | CHARITABLE COMMUNITY SUPPORT | $30,000 |
| MIDTOWN EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION CHICAGO, IL | CHARITABLE COMMUNITY SUPPORT | $30,000 |
| PEORIA CURSILLO PEORIA, IL | PEORIA CURSILLO SUPPORT | $1,500 |
| PEORIA PROMISE FOUNDATION PEORIA, IL | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR THE CITY OF PEORIA SUPPORT | $22,700 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| THOMAS PELGER | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation was recognized as a leading donor to the Peoria Riverfront Museum, appearing on the institution's Visionary Society donor list as a supporter of the museum's mission to build confidence, inspire learning, and unleash talent in individuals.
UIC receives $2.8M from private donor to increase early childhood educationSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Thomas and Patricia Pelger Family fund?
The foundation primarily funds: • Charitable community support • Church contributions and religious organizations • Youth and young adults programs • Public television support • Public radio support • Peoria Cursillo support • Economic development initiatives The foundation demonstrates particular commitment to religious institutions and community development in the Peoria area and beyond.
How do I apply for a grant from Thomas and Patricia Pelger Family?
**Grant Activity (2023)** • Number of grants: 19-23 grants annually • Total giving: $253,624-$288,063 • Median grant size: $5,000 • Grant range: $1,000-$52,000 **Recent Grant Examples (2023)** • Midtown-Metro Achievement Centers: $30,000 • Peoria Promise Foundation: $21,324 • Heart of Illinois United Way: $5,000 • St. Vincent de Paul Parish: $40,500 • Sacred Heart Catholic Church (Medford, OR): $10,000 • Sisters of St. Francis of Immaculate Conception: $500 **Church Contribution Fund** The foun…
Where does Thomas and Patricia Pelger Family make grants?
The foundation funds organizations in: • Illinois (primary focus, particularly Peoria) • Kentucky • Oregon • Pennsylvania
What size grants does Thomas and Patricia Pelger Family award?
In 2024, Thomas and Patricia Pelger Family awarded 24 grants totaling $279K — an average of about $12K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Thomas and Patricia Pelger Family's EIN?
Thomas and Patricia Pelger Family's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-6562393. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
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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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