Foundations that fund organizations in Metropolis, Illinois
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Metropolis nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $3,000 to Metropolis organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Metropolis around $1,000. 0 of these funders are based in Illinois; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Metropolis
- $3,000
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $1,000
- Based in IL
- 0%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Metropolis organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baird Foundation Inc | Milwaukee, WI | 1 | $1,200 | $1,200 | Preselected only | Ethnic and religious |
| The Pfeffer Foundation | Oak Hill, TN | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | General funds |
| Arkema Inc Foundation | King of Prussia, PA | 1 | $500 | $500 | Yes | General support |
| Wk Kellogg Foundation | Battle Creek, MI | 1 | $300 | $300 | Yes | Matching Grant |
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 Metropolis, Illinois?
Baird Foundation Inc, The Pfeffer Foundation, Arkema Inc Foundation, Wk Kellogg Foundation reported grants to Metropolis 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 Metropolis. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.