Foundations that fund organizations in Atkinson, Illinois
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Atkinson nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $7,375 to Atkinson organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
7 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Atkinson around $500. 3 of these funders are based in Illinois; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Atkinson
- $7,375
- latest filings
- Grants
- 7
- Typical median grant
- $500
- Based in IL
- 75%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Atkinson organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Shepherd's Endowment | Geneseo, IL | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Support foster care |
| Geneseo Communications Charitable Foundation | Geneseo, IL | 3 | $2,000 | $500 | Yes | 2025 donation |
| Clyde D Ford Trust | Geneseo, IL | 2 | $300 | $150 | Preselected only | funds for needy; Handicap horsemanship |
| Edward Jones Foundation | St Louis, MO | 1 | $75 | $75 | Preselected only | Human services - multipurpose and other |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Atkinson, Illinois?
The Shepherd's Endowment, Geneseo Communications Charitable Foundation, Clyde D Ford Trust, Edward Jones Foundation reported grants to Atkinson organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Atkinson. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.