Updated Oct 31, 2026
Private foundations based in Princeton, Illinois
3 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Princeton, Illinois, holding $6.7M 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton High School Foundationsince 1994 | $135K22 grants · 2024 | $2,000 | Preselected only | $2.9M |
| Bureau County Historical Society Museumsince 1942 | $100K1 grants · 2024 | $100K | Preselected only | $2.0M |
| Delyte K Zearing and Robert I Zearing Trust Universitysince 1992 | $38K12 grants · 2025 | $3,000 | Yes | $1.9M |
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 Princeton, Illinois?
Our directory lists 3 private grantmaking foundations in Princeton, Illinois with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $6.7M. 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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