Foundations that fund organizations in Downs, Illinois
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Downs nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $19K to Downs organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
3 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Downs around $2,000. 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 Downs
- $19K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $2,000
- Based in IL
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Downs organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Campbell Trust | Clayton, MO | 1 | $17K | $17K | Preselected only | General operations |
| The Owen Foundation | Bloomington, IL | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 | Yes | Charitable purposes |
| The Growmark Foundation | Bloomington, IL | 1 | $50 | $50 | Preselected only | For support of community charitable activities |
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 Downs, Illinois?
Thomas Campbell Trust, The Owen Foundation, The Growmark Foundation reported grants to Downs 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 Downs. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.