Foundations that fund organizations in Sheridan, Illinois
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Sheridan nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $72K to Sheridan organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
6 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Sheridan around $4,000. 3 of these funders are based in Illinois; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Sheridan
- $72K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 6
- Typical median grant
- $4,000
- Based in IL
- 60%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Sheridan organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert W Rowe Foundation | Ottawa, IL | 1 | $45K | $45K | Preselected only | General Operating |
| Lynne Cooper Harvey Foundation | River Forest, IL | 1 | $15K | $15K | Preselected only | Animal protection and welfare |
| The Covia Foundation | Independence, OH | 2 | $5,250 | $2,625 | Yes | General operating support |
| Daniel Cowles Charitable Foundation | New York, NY | 1 | $4,000 | $4,000 | Preselected only | In support of organization's mission |
| The Rich Foundation | Sugar Grove, IL | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Preselected only | Charitable to support organization's mission |
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 Sheridan, Illinois?
Robert W Rowe Foundation, Lynne Cooper Harvey Foundation, The Covia Foundation, Daniel Cowles Charitable Foundation, The Rich Foundation reported grants to Sheridan 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 Sheridan. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.