Foundations that fund organizations in Chicago, Pennsylvania
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Chicago nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $21K to Chicago organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Chicago around $4,631. 2 of these funders are based in Pennsylvania; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Chicago
- $21K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $4,631
- Based in PA
- 50%
- 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 | 2 | $16K | $8,000 | Preselected only | Matching gifts |
| J B Finley Charitable Trust | Pittsburgh, PA | 1 | $4,631 | $4,631 | Yes | General support |
| Joseph and Mildred Thelen Memorial Foundation | Philadelphia, PA | 1 | $516 | $516 | Yes | Unrestricted |
| Trustmark Foundation | Lake Forest, IL | 1 | $138 | $138 | Preselected only | Contribution provided |
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, Pennsylvania?
Baxter International Foundation, J B Finley Charitable Trust, Joseph and Mildred Thelen Memorial Foundation, Trustmark Foundation 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.