Daniel P Haerther Charitable Trust
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting educational initiatives and general charitable purposes. Its mission emphasizes the importance of education, particularly through grants to various educational institutions, including high schools and universities, with a notable focus on Catholic education. The foundation serves a diverse range of recipients, primarily in the education sector, and also supports human services organizations. While it primarily operates in Illinois, it extends some support to institutions in New Jersey, reflecting a commitment to enhancing educational opportunities and community services.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A qualified operating charity based in Illinois (especially the Chicago area) with an education, youth development, or general-purpose need; both small operating requests and larger institutional grants have been supported.
Good Fit
- • Located in Illinois, preferably the Chicago metro area
- • 501(c)(3) operating charity status with basic financials available
- • Programs in education, K–12 schools, museums, or youth services
- • Request framed as general operating or program support with clear purpose
- • Willingness to apply by letter and provide customary financial documents
- • Capacity to demonstrate local impact or established community presence
Geography
Giving is highly concentrated in Illinois (about 93% of dollars) with only one other state receiving small shares; the observed footprint is essentially local to the foundation's state.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 73 distinct recipients across education and general-purpose grants, with many independent nonprofits funded and a mix of small and larger awards; this breadth indicates a wide recipient set for the foundation's size.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of turnover exists (28 new recipients in 2024) and the foundation publishes application instructions and a mailing address for submissions, so unfamiliar qualified charities have demonstrable entry paths.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
