Private foundation · EIN 36-6661467 · Dallas, Texas · Philanthropy & grantmaking

John L Patten Trust 091261 N009-43620 Fbo Evanston Hospital a

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 2 grants paid, $1.4M total, median $718K.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
2
$1.4M
Median grant
$718K
Stays in TX
—
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$24M

Grants paid in 2024

2 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
The Chicago Community TrustChicago, ILUnrestricted general$718K
Northshore University HealthsystemEvanston, ILUnrestricted general$718K

About this foundation

John L Patten Trust 091261 N009-43620 Fbo Evanston Hospital a is a private grantmaking foundation in Dallas, Texas, tax-exempt since 1977. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does John L Patten Trust 091261 N009-43620 Fbo Evanston Hospital a accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does John L Patten Trust 091261 N009-43620 Fbo Evanston Hospital a give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $1.4M across 2 grants, a median of $718K.

Where does John L Patten Trust 091261 N009-43620 Fbo Evanston Hospital a give?

Illinois (2 grants), per its latest filing.

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