Foundations that fund organizations in Eldorado, Illinois
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Eldorado nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $115K to Eldorado 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 Eldorado around $4,900. 1 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 Eldorado
- $115K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $4,900
- Based in IL
- 33%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Eldorado organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Absher Charitable Foundation Inc | Carmi, IL | 1 | $109K | $109K | Preselected only | Purchase backup generators for carmi clinic. |
| Gibson-Briscoe Charitable Trust | Eagan, MN | 1 | $4,900 | $4,900 | Preselected only | Scholarship |
| Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation | Coraopolis, PA | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | Grant for youth sports |
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 Eldorado, Illinois?
Absher Charitable Foundation Inc, Gibson-Briscoe Charitable Trust, Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation reported grants to Eldorado 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 Eldorado. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.