Mj O'brien Family Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 36-6843491
Foundation Overview
Based in Evanston, IL, Mj O'brien Family Foundation has awarded 143 grants totaling $1,055,001 to organizations in Illinois, Wisconsin and 1 other state across the US. Individual grants range from $500 to $100,000, with a median award of $3,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
8 of 26 recipients (31%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
87% of all grants are concentrated in Illinois, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within Illinois, funding concentrates in Evanston (50%), Chicago (42%), Skokie (7%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 84% growth in annual giving over 7 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (47%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Mj O'brien Family Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Night Ministry | $3,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Housing Support | 2023 |
| Evanston History Center | $500 | Evanston, IL, US | General Welfare | 2023 |
| Evanston Scholars | $10,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Educational Assistance | 2023 |
| Community Health | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | Support Free Healthcare For The Uninsured. | 2023 |
| United Way Of Door County | $1,000 | Sturgeon Bay, WI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Mcgaw Ymca | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Fund Community Programs | 2023 |
| Warren Cherry Scholarship Fund | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Education | 2023 |
| Misericordia Foundation | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Northlight Theater | $2,000 | Skokie, IL, US | Support Eduaction And Community Engagement Programs. | 2023 |
| Mitchell Street Arts Collaborative | $58,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Support Chartiable, Educational, And Service Missions. | 2023 |
| Misericordia Dental Clinic | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Support Dental Health | 2023 |
| Birch Creek Music Performance Center | $500 | Egg Harbor, WI, US | Support Music Education And Performance | 2023 |
| Door County Land Trust | $1,000 | Sturgeion Bay, WI, US | Land Perservation And Maintenance | 2023 |
| The Night Ministry | $3,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Housing Support | 2023 |
| Evanston History Center | $500 | Evanston, IL, US | General Welfare | 2023 |
| Evanston Scholars | $10,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Educational Assistance | 2023 |
| Community Health | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | Support Free Healthcare For The Uninsured. | 2023 |
| United Way Of Door County | $1,000 | Sturgeon Bay, WI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Mcgaw Ymca | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Fund Community Programs | 2023 |
| Warren Cherry Scholarship Fund | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Education | 2023 |
| Misericordia Foundation | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Northlight Theater | $2,000 | Skokie, IL, US | Support Eduaction And Community Engagement Programs. | 2023 |
| Mitchell Street Arts Collaborative | $58,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Support Chartiable, Educational, And Service Missions. | 2023 |
| Misericordia Dental Clinic | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Support Dental Health | 2023 |
| Birch Creek Music Performance Center | $500 | Egg Harbor, WI, US | Support Music Education And Performance | 2023 |
| Door County Land Trust | $1,000 | Sturgeion Bay, WI, US | Land Perservation And Maintenance | 2023 |
| The Night Ministry | $3,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Housing Support | 2022 |
| Evanston History Center | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Welfare | 2022 |
| Evanston Scholars | $10,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Educational Assistance | 2022 |
| Community Health | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Support Free Healthcare For The Uninsured. | 2022 |
| United Way Of Door County | $1,000 | Sturgeon Bay, WI, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Mcgaw Ymca | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Fund Community Programs | 2022 |
| Warren Cherry Scholarship Fund | $5,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Education | 2022 |
| Misericordia Foundation | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Northlight Theater | $2,000 | Skokie, IL, US | Support Eduaction And Community Engagement Programs. | 2022 |
| The Night Ministry | $3,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Housing Support | 2022 |
| Evanston History Center | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Welfare | 2022 |
| Evanston Scholars | $10,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Educational Assistance | 2022 |
| Community Health | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Support Free Healthcare For The Uninsured. | 2022 |
| United Way Of Door County | $1,000 | Sturgeon Bay, WI, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Mcgaw Ymca | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Fund Community Programs | 2022 |
| Warren Cherry Scholarship Fund | $5,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Education | 2022 |
| Misericordia Foundation | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Northlight Theater | $2,000 | Skokie, IL, US | Support Eduaction And Community Engagement Programs. | 2022 |
| The Night Ministry | $3,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Housing Support | 2022 |
| Evanston History Center | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Welfare | 2022 |
| Evanston Scholars | $10,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Educational Assistance | 2022 |
| Community Health | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Support Free Healthcare For The Uninsured. | 2022 |
| United Way Of Door County | $1,000 | Sturgeon Bay, WI, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Mcgaw Ymca | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Fund Community Programs | 2022 |
| Warren Cherry Scholarship Fund | $5,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Education | 2022 |
| Misericordia Foundation | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Northlight Theater | $2,000 | Skokie, IL, US | Support Eduaction And Community Engagement Programs. | 2022 |
| Northshore University Health System | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Healthcare Support | 2021 |
| Connections For The Homeless | $6,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Housing, Employment, And Support Services To The Homeless | 2021 |
| Evanston Community Foundation | $7,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Welfare | 2021 |
| Evanston Scholars | $10,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Educational Assistance | 2021 |
| Community Health | $2,200 | Chicago, IL, US | Support Free Healthcare For The Uninsured. | 2021 |
| United Way Of Door County | $1,000 | Sturgeon Bay, WI, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Mcgaw Ymca | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Fund Community Programs | 2021 |
| Misericordia Family Association | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Welfare | 2021 |
| Warren Cherry Scholarship Fund | $2,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Education | 2021 |
| Misericordia Heart Of Mercy | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Support Misericordia Art Programs. | 2021 |
| Misericordia Foundation | $100,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Support | 2021 |
| Northlight Theater | $2,000 | Skokie, IL, US | Support Eduaction And Community Engagement Programs. | 2021 |
| The Night Ministry | $6,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Provide Services For Chicago's Homeless Youth And Primary Healthcare/outreach Services For Chicago's Underserved And At-risk Populations | 2020 |
| Northshore University Health System | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Healthcare Support | 2020 |
| Connections For The Homeless | $6,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Housing, Employment, And Support Services To The Homeless | 2020 |
| Evanston Community Foundation | $5,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Welfare | 2020 |
| Evanston Scholars | $10,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Educational Assistance | 2020 |
| Community Health | $1,200 | Chicago, IL, US | Support Free Healthcare For The Uninsured. | 2020 |
| United Way Of Door County | $1,000 | Sturgeon Bay, WI, US | General Support | 2020 |
| Mcgaw Ymca | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Fund Community Programs And Covid-19 Relief | 2020 |
| Misericordia Family Association | $8,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Welfare | 2020 |
| Warren Cherry Scholarship Fund | $3,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Education | 2020 |
| Misericordia Heart Of Mercy | $55,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Welfare | 2020 |
| The Evanston History Center | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Restoration Of National Historic Landmark | 2020 |
| The Night Ministry | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Provide Services For Chicago's Homeless Youth And Primary Healthcare/outreach Services For Chicago's Underserved And At-risk Populations | 2019 |
| Northwestern University | $5,000 | Evanston, IL, US | University Libraries Annual Fund | 2019 |
| Connections For The Homeless | $5,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Housing, Employment, And Support Services To The Homeless | 2019 |
| Evanston Community Foundation | $5,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Welfare | 2019 |
| Evanston Scholars | $10,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Educational Assistance | 2019 |
| Community Health | $2,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Support Free Healthcare For The Uninsured. | 2019 |
| United Way Of Door County | $1,000 | Sturgeon Bay, WI, US | General Support | 2019 |
| Interfaith Comm For Detained Immigrants | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Provide Support To People In Immigration Detention. | 2019 |
| Mcgaw Ymca | $2,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Fund Community Programs | 2019 |
| Misericordia Family Association | $7,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Welfare | 2019 |
| Cherry Scholarship Fund | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Education | 2019 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | Food Distribution To The Poor. | 2019 |
| Misericordia | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Welfare | 2019 |
| The Evanston History Center | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Restoration Of National Historic Landmark | 2019 |
| Misericordia Siblings Association | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Program Support | 2019 |
| North Shore University Health System Foundation | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Support Community Healthcare Needs | 2018 |
| The Night Ministry | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Provide Services For Chicago's Homeless Youth And Primary Healthcare/outreach Services For Chicago's Underserved And At-risk Populations | 2018 |
| Northwestern University | $10,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Funding For Need-based Scholarships, Faculty Recruitment, Academic Innovations, And Facility Improvements | 2018 |
| Connections For The Homeless | $7,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Housing, Employment, And Support Services To The Homeless | 2018 |
| Evanston Community Foundation | $5,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Welfare | 2018 |
| Evanston Scholars | $10,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Educational Assistance | 2018 |
| Community Health | $2,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Support Free Healthcare For The Uninsured. | 2018 |
| United Way Of Door County | $1,000 | Sturgeon Bay, WI, US | General Support | 2018 |
| Northlight Theater | $8,000 | Skokie, IL, US | Program Support | 2018 |
| Interfaith Comm For Detained Immigrants | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Provide Support To People In Immigration Detention. | 2018 |
| Mcgaw Ymca | $2,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Fund Community Programs | 2018 |
| Misericordia Family Association | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Welfare | 2018 |
| St Malachy School | $3,600 | Chicago, IL, US | Education | 2018 |
| Cherry Scholarship Fund | $4,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Education | 2018 |
| Friends Of Robert Crown Center | $5,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Welfare | 2018 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Food Distribution To The Poor. | 2018 |
| Misericordia Women's Board | $6,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Welfare | 2018 |
| Annual Catholic Appeal | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Support The Financial Needs Of Schools, Parishes, And Programs In The Chicago Archdiocese | 2017 |
| Misericordia Sibs | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Welfare | 2017 |
| North Shore University Health System Foundation | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Support Community Healthcare Needs | 2017 |
| The Night Ministry | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Provide Services For Chicago's Homeless Youth And Primary Healthcare/outreach Services For Chicago's Underserved And At-risk Populations | 2017 |
| Northwestern University | $10,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Funding For Need-based Scholarships, Faculty Recruitment, Academic Innovations, And Facility Improvements | 2017 |
| Connections For The Homeless | $7,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Housing, Employment, And Support Services To The Homeless | 2017 |
| Evanston Community Foundation | $7,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Welfare | 2017 |
| Evanston Scholars | $15,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Educational Assistance | 2017 |
| Community Health | $2,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Support Free Healthcare For The Ininsured. | 2017 |
| United Way Of Door County | $1,000 | Sturgeon Bay, WI, US | General Support | 2017 |
| Northlight Theater | $5,000 | Skokie, IL, US | Program Support | 2017 |
| You | $3,500 | Evanston, IL, US | General Welfare | 2017 |
| Mcgaw Ymca | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Fund Community Programs | 2017 |
| Misericordia Family Association | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Welfare | 2017 |
| St Malachy School | $3,500 | Chicago, IL, US | Education | 2017 |
| Cherry Scholarship Fund | $2,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Education | 2017 |
| Friends Of Robert Crown Center | $5,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Welfare | 2017 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | $1,001 | Chicago, IL, US | Food Distribution To The Poor. | 2017 |
| Misericordia Women's Board | $1,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Welfare | 2017 |
| Annual Catholic Appeal | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Support The Financial Needs Of Schools, Parishes, And Programs In The Chicago Archdiocese | 2016 |
| The Artist In All - Misericordia | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Welfare | 2016 |
| North Shore University Health System Foundation | $1,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Support Community Healthcare Needs | 2016 |
| The Night Ministry | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Provide Services For Chicago's Homeless Youth And Primary Healthcare/outreach Services For Chicago's Underserved And At-risk Populations | 2016 |
| Northwestern University | $10,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Funding For Need-based Scholarships, Faculty Recruitment, Academic Innovations, And Facility Improvements | 2016 |
| Connections For The Homeless | $5,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Housing, Employment, And Support Services To The Homeless | 2016 |
| Evanston Community Foundation | $6,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Welfare | 2016 |
| Evanston Scholars | $10,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Provide Educational Assistance | 2016 |
| Community Health | $2,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Support Free Healthcare For The Ininsured. | 2016 |
| United Way Of Door County | $1,000 | Sturgeon Bay, WI, US | General Support | 2016 |
| Northlight Theater | $8,000 | Skokie, IL, US | Program Support | 2016 |
| College Bound | $1,000 | St Louis, MO, US | Education | 2016 |
| Mcgaw Ymca | $3,000 | Evanston, IL, US | Fund Community Programs | 2016 |
| Misericordia Family Association | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Welfare | 2016 |
| St Malachy School | $3,500 | Chicago, IL, US | Education | 2016 |
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| EIN | 36-6843491 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 2530 CRAWFORD AVE STE 108 Evanston, IL 60201-4954 |
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| Trustee | Katherine Porter |
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