Foundations that fund organizations in Chiago, Illinois
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Chiago nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $60K to Chiago organizations in their latest filings; 0 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
7 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Chiago around $10K. 3 of these funders are based in Illinois; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 0
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Chiago
- $60K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 7
- Typical median grant
- $10K
- Based in IL
- 60%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Chiago organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reva and David Logan Foundation | Chicago, IL | 2 | $31K | $16K | Preselected only | Winter wear; General operating support |
| The Wood Curtin Family Fnd Inc | Naples, FL | 1 | $15K | $15K | Preselected only | Charity |
| Executive Construction Foundation | Hillside, IL | 1 | $10K | $10K | Preselected only | Unrestricted general operating support |
| Dorothea Cunningham Family Foundation Inc | Boise, ID | 2 | $3,000 | $1,500 | Preselected only | Donation towards exempt purpose |
| Malinski Family Foundation | Lake Bluff, IL | 1 | $700 | $700 | Preselected only | General Purpose |
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 Chiago, Illinois?
Reva and David Logan Foundation, The Wood Curtin Family Fnd Inc, Executive Construction Foundation, Dorothea Cunningham Family Foundation Inc, Malinski Family Foundation reported grants to Chiago 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 Chiago. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.