Updated Nov 3, 2026
Private foundations based in Elgin, Illinois
5 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Elgin, Illinois, holding $20M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epaphroditus Foundationsince 1946 | $464K27 grants · 2025 | $17K | Preselected only | $11M |
| Harvey and Ethel Daeumer Foundationsince 2001 | $258K26 grants · 2025 | $10K | Yes | $4.3M |
| Everett & Doris Bernardo Family Foundationsince 2003 | $212K27 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $1.5M |
| The Buckman Fun Filled Family Foundationsince 2016 | $100K21 grants · 2025 | $2,500 | Preselected only | $1.6M |
| Shelton Naber Family Foundationsince 2016 | $85K7 grants · 2024 | $10K | Preselected only | $1.8M |
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 Elgin, Illinois?
Our directory lists 5 private grantmaking foundations in Elgin, Illinois with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $20M. 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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