Updated Nov 3, 2026
Private foundations based in Arlington Hts, Illinois
7 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Arlington Hts, Illinois, holding $72M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 2 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George M Eisenberg Foundation for Charitiessince 1990 | $4.0M150 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Yes | $40M |
| Gurtz Family Foundationsince 2007 | $620K28 grants · 2025 | $15K | Preselected only | $10.0M |
| Marvin and Kay Lichtman Foundationsince 1993 | $300K15 grants · 2025 | $22K | Preselected only | $7.9M |
| Macoisdealbhaigh Foundation Dtd 11051999since 2000 | $211K22 grants · 2023 | $2,000 | Preselected only | $1.6M |
| The Aigner Foundation Incsince 1959 | $92K9 grants · 2025 | $10K | Yes | $2.3M |
| William J Gasser Family Foundationsince 2000 | $76K11 grants · 2025 | $8,400 | Preselected only | $1.7M |
| Himalaya Foundation Nfpsince 2019 | — | — | Preselected only | $8.6M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Illinois
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Illinois Arts Council Agency — Organizational GrantsStateIllinois Arts Council Agency | Illinois Arts Council Agency | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Illinois Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateIllinois Humanities | Illinois Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Arlington Hts, Illinois?
Our directory lists 7 private grantmaking foundations in Arlington Hts, Illinois with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $72M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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