Foundations that fund organizations in Wayne, Illinois
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Wayne nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $5,500 to Wayne 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 Wayne around $1,000. 2 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 Wayne
- $5,500
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $1,000
- Based in IL
- 50%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Wayne organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranch Spur Charitable Trust | Wayne, IL | 1 | $2,500 | $2,500 | Yes | Unrestricted |
| Julie and Ray Craemer Family Foundation | Torrance, CA | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Health & wellness |
| Hamill Family Foundation | Chicago, IL | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Unrestricted |
| International Paper Company Foundation | Memphis, TN | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | Fostering success mentoring program |
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 Wayne, Illinois?
Ranch Spur Charitable Trust, Julie and Ray Craemer Family Foundation, Hamill Family Foundation, International Paper Company Foundation reported grants to Wayne 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 Wayne. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.