Foundations that fund organizations in Atlanta, Illinois
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Atlanta nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $44K to Atlanta organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Atlanta around $816. 2 of these funders are based in Illinois; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Atlanta
- $44K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $816
- Based in IL
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Atlanta organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freeman Family Fund | Dallas, TX | 1 | $43K | $43K | Yes | Unrestricted general |
| Trustmark Foundation | Lake Forest, IL | 1 | $816 | $816 | Preselected only | Contribution provided |
| Baxter International Foundation | Deerfield, IL | 2 | $400 | $200 | Preselected only | Matching gifts |
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 Atlanta, Illinois?
Freeman Family Fund, Trustmark Foundation, Baxter International Foundation reported grants to Atlanta 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 Atlanta. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.