Private foundation · EIN 46-0581457 · Decatur, Illinois · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Staley Museum

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 2025 Form 990-PF: 0 grants paid, total.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
0
Median grant
—
Stays in IL
—
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.7M

About this foundation

Staley Museum is a private grantmaking foundation in Decatur, Illinois, administered in care of Julie H Staley, tax-exempt since 2012. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

Foundation websiteAll filings on ProPublica

Does Staley Museum accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 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 Staley Museum give each year?

Staley Museum reports about $1.7M in assets. Its 990-PF return shows total grants paid each year.

Where does Staley Museum give?

Staley Museum is based in Decatur, IL. Most private foundations give mainly in their home region.

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