Foundations that fund organizations in Shabbona, Illinois
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Shabbona nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $186K to Shabbona 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 Shabbona around $25K. 1 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 Shabbona
- $186K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $25K
- Based in IL
- 25%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Shabbona organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Elevate Prize Foundation Inc | Miami, FL | 1 | $150K | $150K | Yes | Elevate prize program - to support using recycled computers… |
| Dovetail Impact Foundation (fka David Weekley Family Foundation) | Houston, TX | 1 | $25K | $25K | Preselected only | Education |
| Segal Family Foundation Inc | Warren, NJ | 1 | $10K | $10K | Yes | Charitable purpose |
| Lucy's Children's Fund | Chicago, IL | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Providing digital skills for rural African schools tounlock… |
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 Shabbona, Illinois?
The Elevate Prize Foundation Inc, Dovetail Impact Foundation (fka David Weekley Family Foundation), Segal Family Foundation Inc, Lucy's Children's Fund reported grants to Shabbona 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 Shabbona. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.