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Chicago foundations

There are 6,985foundations and grantmaking organizations in the greater Chicagometro area, including the cities of Chicago, Bolingbrook, Des Plaines, Elgin, Evanston, Hoffman Estates, Naperville, Schaumburg, Skokie, and Gary within the states of Illinois and Indiana. Combined, these Chicago metro foundationsemploy 1,123 people, earn more than $6 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $50 billion.
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Types of foundations in Chicago

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Private foundations
5,872
$4,721,674,041
Grantmaking public charity foundations
560
$1,416,674,791
Corporate foundations
130
$256,415,873
Organizations supporting multiple foundations
105
$2,315,108
Community foundations
60
$1,052,789,485
Organizations supporting a single foundation
20
$4,512,941
Foundation alliances and advocates
8
$95,385,667
Foundation technical and management assistance providers
2
$1,274
Foundation professional societies
2
$-2,596
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Job trends for Chicago foundations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
514
1-10
46
11-25
16
26-100
6
101 to 1,000
3
1,000+
0
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Sizes of foundations in Chicago

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
4,129
$250k to $1M
749
$1M to $5M
407
$5M to $25M
146
$25M to $100M
24
$100M+
7
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Directory of foundations in Chicago

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1-20 of 6,985

The Chicago Community Trust

Provides grants and other resources to improve the community; addresses community challenges; and promotes philanthropy by informing donors about philanthropic opportunities. Building on 100 years of commitment to The Chicago region, The Chicago Community...
Revenue
$862.3m
Assets
$3.6b
Employees
138
EIN
36-2167000
IRS type
501(c)(3)

John D & Catherine T Macarthur Foundation

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation supports creative people and effective institutions committed to building a more just, verdant, and peaceful world.
Revenue
$537.3m
Assets
$8.2b
Employees
N/A
EIN
23-7093598
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Robert R. McCormick Foundation

The Robert R. McCormick Foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to fostering communities of educated, informed and engaged citizens.
Revenue
$43.5m
Assets
$1.5b
Employees
27
EIN
36-3689171
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Community Foundation for McHenry County

The Community Foundation for McHenry County is a trusted community leader, sponsor and participant encouraging philanthropy and welcoming partnerships, to create a positive difference in the quality of life in all of McHenry County.
Revenue
$6.3m
Assets
$40.9m
Employees
0
EIN
36-4465219
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hellenic Foundation

To fund the development and support of programs and projects benefiting Greek American and Orthodox Christian organizations in the Chicagoland area.
Revenue
$6.9m
Assets
$16.7m
Employees
252
EIN
36-6098351
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Global Charitable Fund

The Global Charitable Fund is a public foundation that facilitates chartiable donations through donor advised funds. It is run by David Hassan and is located in Chicago, IL.
Revenue
$38.9m
Assets
$10.4m
Employees
0
EIN
46-4499862
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Dunard Fund USA

Dunard Fund USA is a private foundation that supports Colburn School. It made 21 grants last year and is located in Northbrook, IL.
Revenue
$29.8m
Assets
$53.3m
Employees
N/A
EIN
98-0087034
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Buntrock Foundation for Leadership

The Buntrock Foundation for Leadership is a private foundation that provides grants to organizations. Last year, it made four grants, including one to Luther Seminary. It is located in Oakbrook Terrace, IL.
Revenue
$24.4m
Assets
$37.0m
Employees
N/A
EIN
81-2443983
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hunter Family Foundation

The Hunter Family Foundation is a private foundation that supports the Ravinia Festival Association. The foundation made 57 grants last year and is located in Chicago, IL. The trustees are Peter M Hunter, Willard K Hunter, Thomas B Hunter Iv.
Revenue
$5.3m
Assets
$57.8m
Employees
N/A
EIN
37-1887329
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Barney Family Foundation

The Barney Family Foundation is a private foundation located in Chicago, IL. Last year, they made 34 grants. Their trustees are Stephen M Barney SR, Lynne C Barney, Stephen M Barney JR. Some of their grantees include Hillsdale College.
Revenue
$6.9m
Assets
$32.4m
Employees
N/A
EIN
36-7195126
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Knowles Foundation

The Knowles Foundation is a private foundation located in Chicago, IL. It made 25 grants last year and its grantees include Elmhurst Memorial Hospital. It is supported by Nancy W Knowles Trust Dated 41819.
Revenue
$9.5m
Assets
$24.5m
Employees
N/A
EIN
36-6051968
IRS type
501(c)(3)

TAWANI Foundation

The TAWANI Foundation is a private foundation located in Chicago, IL. Last year, the foundation made 99 grants. Some of the foundation's grantees include Norwich University. The foundation is supported by Jennifer Pritzker.
Revenue
$11.3m
Assets
$82.2m
Employees
N/A
EIN
30-0040386
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Pritzker Traubert Foundation

The Pritzker Traubert Foundation invests in people and programs that enrich the life experiences of Chicago's children. With a strong focus on improving schools, they seek leaders, programs and ideas that will impact student learning.
Revenue
$14.7m
Assets
$257.2m
Employees
N/A
EIN
36-4347781
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Roderick and Solange Macarthur Justice Center

The MacArthur Justice Center was founded in 1985 by J. Roderick MacArthur and his daughter Dr. Solange MacArthur and one of the premier civil rights law firms in the United States.
Revenue
$6.8m
Assets
$132.9m
Employees
N/A
EIN
36-4445595
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Carl and Marilynn Thoma Art Foundation

The Carl and Marilynn Thoma Art Foundation recognizes the power of the arts to challenge and shift perceptions, spark creativity and connect people across cultures.
Revenue
$143.2m
Assets
$435.6m
Employees
N/A
EIN
36-3486549
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Duchossois Family Foundation (DFF)

The Duchossois Family Foundation (DFF) strives to empower individuals to enhance their quality of life through wellness and education.
Revenue
$31.3m
Assets
$132.8m
Employees
N/A
EIN
36-3327987
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Terra Foundation for American Art

The Terra Foundation for American Art is dedicated to fostering exploration, understanding, and enjoyment of the visual arts of the United States for national and international audiences.
Revenue
$16.8m
Assets
$545.3m
Employees
N/A
EIN
36-2999442
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Anthony and Jeanne Pritzker Family Foundation (Anthony and Jeanne Pritzker Fam FDN)

ANTHONY AND JEANNE PRITZKER FAMILY FOUNDATION is a private foundation that focuses on factors N/A. It is located in Chicago, IL and made $15,330,897 in grants last year. It has total assets of $147,447,703.
Revenue
$37.2m
Assets
$142.5m
Employees
N/A
EIN
30-0039840
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Fulk Family Foundation

The Fulk Family Foundation is a private foundation located in Chicago, IL that supports Ann & Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago. They made 219 grants last year.
Revenue
$9.4m
Assets
$231.4m
Employees
N/A
EIN
47-0732237
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Julian Grace Foundation

The Julian Grace Foundation is a private foundation that supports grantees with excess distributions carryover applied to 2019. The foundation's grant focus is Note: The amount on line 6 will be used in Part V, column (b), in subsequent years when ca...
Revenue
$9.0m
Assets
$102.3m
Employees
N/A
EIN
47-1645999
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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