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Rockford foundations

There are 131 foundations and grantmaking organizations in the greater Rockford metro area. Combined, these Rockford metro foundations employ 32 people, earn more than $49 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $375 million.
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Types of foundations in Rockford

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Private foundations
 
103
 
$15,288,820
Grantmaking public charity foundations
 
16
 
$33,263,422
Community foundations
 
7
 
$20,384,330
Corporate foundations
 
2
 
$1,064,446
Organizations supporting a single foundation
 
1
 
$0
Organizations supporting multiple foundations
 
1
 
$0
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Job trends for Rockford foundations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
83
1-10
 
5
11-25
 
2
26-100
 
0
101 to 1,000
 
0
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of foundations in Rockford

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
75
$250k to $1M
 
10
$1M to $5M
 
10
$5M to $25M
 
1
$25M to $100M
 
0
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of foundations in Rockford

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1-20 of 131

Community Foundation of Northern Illinois (CFNIL)

The Community Foundation of Northern Illinois' (CFNIL) mission is to attract, preserve, and grow an endowment for the current and future needs of the people of Northern Illinois.
Revenue
$14.8m
Assets
$156.3m
Employees
10
EIN
36-4402089
IRS type
501(c)(3)

United Way of Rock River Valley

United Way of Rock River Valley unites the community to improve lives, focusing on childhood literacy and connecting residents with essential resources.
Revenue
$4.0m
Assets
$11.4m
Employees
14
EIN
36-2167843
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Rockford Park District Foundation

The Rockford Park District Foundation provides philanthropic support to the district and enables youth and community programs.
Revenue
$4.2m
Assets
$14.7m
Employees
0
EIN
36-3083192
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Boone County Community Foundation

Boone County Community Foundation supports local charities through community donations and scholarships for qualifying students in Belvidere, IL.
Revenue
$4.3m
Assets
$15.4m
Employees
1
EIN
20-4973846
IRS type
501(c)(3)

SwedishAmerican Health Foundation

SwedishAmerican Foundation raises funds to support SwedishAmerican Hospital and improve healthcare in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.
Revenue
$1.2m
Assets
$21.4m
Employees
0
EIN
36-3097493
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Ymca of Rock River Valley Holdings

Ymca of Rock River Valley Holdings finances and supports a related organization's operations and development through grants, loans, payments, and contributions.
Revenue
$2.9m
Assets
$2.9m
Employees
0
EIN
99-4713885
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Winnebago Homes Association

The Winnebago Homes Association is a private foundation that rents homes to qualifying low income individuals. The organization is located in Rockford, IL.
Revenue
$988.8k
Assets
$7.6m
Employees
0
EIN
36-3182028
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The John D Brubaker Family Foundation

The John D Brubaker Family Foundation is a private foundation located in Cherry Valley, IL that primarily funds general causes. Its grantees include the Natural Land Institute and others. Last year, the foundation made two grants to support its mission.
Revenue
$1.1m
Assets
$30.1m
Employees
0
EIN
83-6406448
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Kjellstrom Family Foundation

The Kjellstrom Family Foundation primarily funds social welfare and education. Grantees include United Way Of Rock River Valley and others. The foundation made three grants last year. It is a private foundation nonprofit located in Rockford, IL.
Revenue
$990.7k
Assets
$9.0m
Employees
0
EIN
20-6368876
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Oscar Mike Foundation

The Oscar Mike Foundation empowers injured veterans through adaptive sports, enhancing mobility and well-being while fostering community engagement and eliminating barriers.
Revenue
$1.5m
Assets
$2.7m
Employees
4
EIN
45-3819657
IRS type
501(c)(3)

John and Linda Anderson Charitable Foundation

Private foundation in Naples, FL funding philanthropy, social welfare, religion, health, conservation, education, cultural, youth services, medical research and veteran affairs.
Revenue
$1.2m
Assets
$8.5m
Employees
0
EIN
36-4332910
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Marion E Mcrae Scholar Foundation for Forestry Study

Marion E Mcrae Scholar Foundation for Forestry Study is a private nonprofit foundation located in Rockford, IL, that provides scholarships for individuals studying a major related to forestry.
Revenue
$759.9k
Assets
$759.1k
Employees
0
EIN
92-6452278
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Blazer Foundation

The Blazer Foundation is a private foundation located in Rockford, IL that primarily funds charitable, social welfare, educational, and medical organizations. It makes grants to organizations in the city to improve the community.
Revenue
$1.3m
Assets
$16.7m
Employees
0
EIN
36-3480054
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Lans Foundation

The Lans Foundation funds general charitable causes and made nine grants last year. Grantees include Family Services Of Southern Wi & Northern Il and others. It is a private foundation located in Roscoe, IL.
Revenue
$1.0m
Assets
$5.8m
Employees
0
EIN
33-1035017
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Marion E Mcrae Trust for Animal Welfare

Marion E Mcrae Trust for Animal Welfare is a private foundation located in Rockford, IL, dedicated to the care, welfare, and protection of animals.
Revenue
$759.9k
Assets
$759.1k
Employees
0
EIN
92-6456553
IRS type
501(c)(3)

West Gateway Coalition

West Gateway Coalition is a private foundation in Rockford, IL that was founded in 2014.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
35-2494090
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Midland States Bank Foundation

The Midland States Bank Foundation is a corporate foundation that primarily funds food programs, health services, and other programs related to COVID relief.
Revenue
$342.7k
Assets
$581.5k
Employees
0
EIN
45-6608679
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Sjostrom and Sons Foundation

Private foundation that funds medical, educational, charitable, recreational, artistic, general fund, and historical causes. Located in Rockford, IL.
Revenue
$45.0k
Assets
$715.7k
Employees
0
EIN
36-3225935
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Richard G Wood Forreston High School Scholarship Fund

The Richard G Wood Forreston High School Scholarship Fund is a private foundation located in Rockford, IL that primarily funds scholarship distribution. Grantees include University of Wisconsin - Platteville and others, with 11 grants made last year.
Revenue
$144.7k
Assets
$1.1m
Employees
0
EIN
81-6982032
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Richard G Wood Bertolet Memorial Library District Fund

The Richard G Wood Bertolet Memorial Library District Fund is a private foundation located in Rockford, IL that primarily funds operating expenses. Its grantees include the Bertolet Memorial Library and it made one grant last year.
Revenue
$29.5k
Assets
$226.4k
Employees
0
EIN
81-6990964
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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