Foundations that fund organizations in Hillsboro, Illinois
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Hillsboro nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $22K to Hillsboro organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Hillsboro around $5,000. 1 of these funders are based in Illinois; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Hillsboro
- $22K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $5,000
- Based in IL
- 25%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Hillsboro organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W Darrell Kilton Foundation | Litchfield, IL | 1 | $10K | $10K | Yes | financial assistance to thosediagnosed with cancer |
| The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation | Eagan, MN | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | General operating |
| Henry Gieseking Perpetual Trust | Eagan, MN | 1 | $4,480 | $4,480 | Preselected only | General operating |
| Compass America Foundation Inc | Nokomis, FL | 1 | $3,000 | $3,000 | Preselected only | Support 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 Hillsboro, Illinois?
W Darrell Kilton Foundation, The Selma J Hartke Community Foundation, Henry Gieseking Perpetual Trust, Compass America Foundation Inc reported grants to Hillsboro 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 Hillsboro. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.