Foundations that fund organizations in Chcago, Illinois
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Chcago nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $24K to Chcago organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Chcago around $1,000. 3 of these funders are based in Illinois; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Chcago
- $24K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $1,000
- Based in IL
- 60%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Chcago organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golub Family Foundation | Chicago, IL | 1 | $18K | $18K | Preselected only | Patient emergency fund |
| Rld Foundation | Chicago, IL | 1 | $4,850 | $4,850 | Preselected only | Unrestricted |
| Jacob Beidler & Deborah Witzburg Charitable Foundation | Chicago, IL | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | General |
| Ostroff Family Charitable Trust | Pleasanton, CA | 1 | $750 | $750 | Preselected only | Jewsih Community Aid |
| Contempo Communications for the Arts Inc | Fort Myers, FL | 1 | $100 | $100 | Preselected only | Charitable |
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 Chcago, Illinois?
Golub Family Foundation, Rld Foundation, Jacob Beidler & Deborah Witzburg Charitable Foundation, Ostroff Family Charitable Trust, Contempo Communications for the Arts Inc reported grants to Chcago 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 Chcago. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.