Foundations that fund organizations in Edwards, Illinois
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Edwards nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $15K to Edwards organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
3 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Edwards around $4,000. 3 of these funders are based in Illinois; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Edwards
- $15K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $4,000
- Based in IL
- 100%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Edwards organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| His FIRST Foundation % John S Wieland | Peoria, IL | 1 | $10K | $10K | Yes | Charitable |
| Hunzeker Family Foundation | Peoria, IL | 1 | $4,000 | $4,000 | Yes | Charitable |
| Hedden Charitable Trust | Pekin, IL | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | Native American Cultural & Historical |
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 Edwards, Illinois?
His FIRST Foundation % John S Wieland, Hunzeker Family Foundation, Hedden Charitable Trust reported grants to Edwards 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 Edwards. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.