Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Illinois
Support veterans (and their families) in need, in hospitals, in special care facilities and in the community. Provide space and social opportunities for veterans and their families to gather and enjoy each other's company. Promote a sense of patriotism in area schools and in the community.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$758K
+6.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$20K
-50.0% YoY
Grant Count
1
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$20K
-50.0% YoY
About Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Illinois
Based on IRS filings
Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Illinois is a nonprofit organization, based in NAPERVILLE, IL. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $758K in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 1 grants totaling $20K. Net investment income was $9K.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $757,946 | $709,045 | $656,851 |
| Revenue | $246,975 | $248,508 | $218,412 |
| Expenses | $191,286 | $199,090 | $193,307 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $8,919 | $2,766 | $5,372 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 1 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
5 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest include VFW National Home for Children ($20,221).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| VFW National Home for Children Eaton Rapids, MI | Unrestricted grant to be used for the operation of this entity. | $20,221 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philip L Maughan | Quartermaster | 30 | $5,100 |
| Thomas O Parker | Assistant Quartermaster | 4 | $800 |
| Staci Boyer | Commander | 25 | — |
| Jennifer Slown | Senior Vice Commander | 4 | — |
| Josh Warner | Junior Vice Commander | 4 | — |
| Jason Sharpton | Adjutant | 2 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How large is Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Illinois?
As of 2025, Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Illinois holds $758K in total assets with $247K in annual revenue. It awarded 1 grants totaling $20K in 2025.
Where does Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Illinois operate?
Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Illinois has awarded grants in Michigan.
What size grants does Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Illinois award?
In 2025, Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Illinois awarded 1 grants totaling $20K — an average of about $20K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Illinois's EIN?
Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Illinois's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-2144467. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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