Foundations that fund organizations in Chicago, New York
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Chicago nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $16K to Chicago organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
12 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Chicago around $1,000. 2 of these funders are based in New York; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Chicago
- $16K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 12
- Typical median grant
- $1,000
- Based in NY
- 40%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Chicago organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter International Foundation | Deerfield, IL | 8 | $6,271 | $536 | Preselected only | Matching gifts; 2024-2025 gwc summer self-paced program |
| Larry & Millie Magid Family Foundation Inc | Miami, FL | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | To fund the goals of the larry & millie magid family founda… |
| Steele Family Foundation | Hobe Sound, FL | 1 | $3,000 | $3,000 | Yes | Educational |
| The Neel Foundation | Croton on Hudson, NY | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Charitable contribution |
| Jack Adjmi Family Foundation Inc | New York, NY | 1 | $300 | $300 | Preselected only | General charitable, religious and educational purposes |
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 Chicago, New York?
Baxter International Foundation, Larry & Millie Magid Family Foundation Inc, Steele Family Foundation, The Neel Foundation, Jack Adjmi Family Foundation Inc reported grants to Chicago 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 Chicago. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.