The Neller Pucci Foundation
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various charitable causes. Its mission encompasses a range of initiatives, including educational support, healthcare funding, religious programs, and community service. The foundation has made grants to organizations focused on preschool education, healthcare, cancer research, and international relief efforts, particularly in response to crises such as the rebuilding in Ukraine. It primarily serves local organizations and health-related charities, reflecting a commitment to enhancing community welfare and addressing pressing health issues.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A small, local Illinois nonprofit seeking a modest, one-time grant for program supplies or community health/education/faith-based work, especially if introduced by a trusted local intermediary.
Good Fit
- • Organization is based in Illinois, preferably near Kenilworth or the foundation's local area.
- • Request is for a small, specific expense (supplies, program support) under typical microgrant sizes.
- • Project aligns with prior giving themes (healthcare, preschool/education, faith-based or local community service).
- • Applicant can secure a personal introduction from a board member, local funder, or community leader.
Geography
Recent giving is concentrated in Illinois; the latest year’s single grant was to an Illinois recipient and prior years were overwhelmingly in-state with only occasional out-of-state gifts.
Recipient Variety
Across the three observed years the foundation funded multiple independent recipients (4 in 2021, 7 in 2022) but the latest year shows a single grantee, so the portfolio shows moderate variety overall with recent concentration.
New Applicants
The foundation explicitly indicates it funds only preselected recipients and there is no public application portal; although past years show many different grantees, selection appears invitation-based rather than open to unsolicited applicants.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
