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Illinois public foundations

There are 757 grantmaking public charity foundations in Illinois. Combined, these Illinoisan public foundations employ 14,164 people, earn more than $7 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $23 billion.
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Types of public foundations in Illinois

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Grantmaking public charity foundations
 
757
 
$7,191,152,775
Community foundations
 
194
 
$2,992,670,457
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Public foundations by major Illinois cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Chicago
 
502
 
$4,569,972,819
St. Louis, MO
 
37
 
$10,035,240
Peoria
 
26
 
$14,645,369
Champaign
 
21
 
$2,245,965,745
Davenport, IA
 
18
 
$10,734,484
Rockford
 
17
 
$25,140,635
Springfield, IL
 
15
 
$22,456,597
Bloomington, IL
 
12
 
$7,040,156
Carbondale
 
7
 
$2,268,208
Danville
 
5
 
$0
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Job trends for Illinois public foundations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
224
1-10
 
53
11-25
 
21
26-100
 
7
101 to 1,000
 
8
1,000+
 
3
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Sizes of public foundations in Illinois

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
245
$250k to $1M
 
80
$1M to $5M
 
50
$5M to $25M
 
37
$25M to $100M
 
9
$100M+
 
10
Key takeaways for revenue stats:

Directory of public foundations in Illinois

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1-20 of 757

The Chicago Community Trust

The Chicago Community Trust mobilizes philanthropy to advance equity, make grants, and convene partners to expand opportunity, wealth, and well-being across Chicago.
Revenue
$2.1b
Assets
$7.1b
Employees
150
EIN
36-2167000
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International

The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International empowers Rotarians to advance peace by improving health, supporting education, alleviating poverty, and combating diseases worldwide.
Revenue
$462.6m
Assets
$1.7b
Employees
284
EIN
36-3245072
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Robert R Mccormick Foundation

The Robert R Mccormick Foundation funds organizations advancing thriving, equitable communities through early childhood education, journalism accountability, public safety, and support for veterans.
Revenue
$105.3m
Assets
$1.8b
Employees
15
EIN
36-3689171
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Chicago Cubs Charities

To provide increased access to sports opportunities and target improvements in health, fitness and education for those at risk. We partner with the most effective programs and organizations to achieve positive impact and demonstrated results.
Revenue
$5.6m
Assets
$13.3m
Employees
42
EIN
36-3443543
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Elks National Foundation

The Foundation's mission is to help the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the United States of America (BPOE) build stronger communities by offering college scholarships, funding programs that build the character and confidence of youth, serving ....
Revenue
$61.8m
Assets
$954.1m
Employees
22
EIN
26-3718342
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
$9.6m
Assets
$23.6m
Employees
358
EIN
36-6098351
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley

To be recognized as a trusted philanthropic leader in the communities we serve through the delivery of the highest quality donor services, customized and unique grant and scholarship programs, and bold initiatives to address community needs.
Revenue
$20.1m
Assets
$169.0m
Employees
12
EIN
36-6086742
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Albert and Lucille Delighter and Marcella Winston Foundation

The Foundation is organized and shall be operated exclusively for charitable, educational or religious purposes by conducting or supporting activities for the benefit of or to carry out the purposes of the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago ("the F....
Revenue
$19.1m
Assets
$141.4m
Employees
0
EIN
20-5488529
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Brothers Communities and Ministries Investment Trust

The Brothers Communities and Ministries Investment Trust administers funds to support holistic outreach, health care, and services for the vulnerable and marginalized.
Revenue
$12.3m
Assets
$147.3m
Employees
0
EIN
36-4390471
IRS type
501(c)(3)

DuPage Community Foundation

The DuPage Foundation seeks to raise the quality of life throughout DuPage County by fostering philanthropy, connecting donors to area needs and building community partnerships.
Revenue
$32.3m
Assets
$161.8m
Employees
17
EIN
36-3978733
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Bar Endowment

American Bar Endowment sponsors bar member insurance, generates dividends, and funds grants that advance legal research, education, and justice-system strengthening.
Revenue
$30.4m
Assets
$224.0m
Employees
10
EIN
36-2384321
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Jackson Park Hospital Foundation

The Foundation for Jackson Park Hospital raises funds to support the mission and strategic goals of Jackson Park Hospital and Medical Center.
Revenue
$95.8m
Assets
$142.5m
Employees
798
EIN
36-2448028
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Swedish Covenant Hospital Foundation

To provide support of Swedish Covenant Hospital by carrying out the purposes of Swedish Covenant Hospital through philanthropy and fundraising activities.
Revenue
$9.5m
Assets
$70.1m
Employees
0
EIN
20-5055155
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Moose Foundation

The Moose Foundation supports Mooseheart Child City & School, Moosehaven, and Moose Charities with operations, maintenance and scholarships. Located in Mooseheart, IL.
Revenue
$21.2m
Assets
$328.1m
Employees
0
EIN
36-3993733
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Crossroads Fund

The mission of Crossroads Fund, Inc. is to support community organizations working on issues of racial, social, and economic justice in the Chicago area.
Revenue
$5.5m
Assets
$18.0m
Employees
10
EIN
36-3092907
IRS type
501(c)(3)

VELA Education Fund

VELA Education Fund supports education innovation by funding custom programs for learners, increasing nontraditional education awareness and accelerating community adoption.
Revenue
$18.9m
Assets
$21.4m
Employees
9
EIN
84-4185046
IRS type
501(c)(3)

William H Miner Foundation

The William H Miner Foundation operates as a public foundation, generating total revenues of $12,025,973 in the previous year.
Revenue
$14.0m
Assets
$128.6m
Employees
0
EIN
36-1488081
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Pritzker Family Philanthropic Fund

Pritzker Family Philanthropic Fund is a grantmaking public charity foundation in Chicago, IL whose mission is: To provide support to the Jewish federation of metropolitan Chicago and its goals.
Revenue
$21.1m
Assets
$201.7m
Employees
0
EIN
36-3623264
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Pillars Fund

The Pillars Fund amplifies American Muslim leadership and narratives, invests in community initiatives, and promotes justice and opportunity for all.
Revenue
$17.0m
Assets
$20.9m
Employees
14
EIN
81-0983087
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago

Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago funds vital services, strengthens Jewish life, combats antisemitism, and supports vulnerable people locally and worldwide through 100+ partners.
Revenue
$154.2m
Assets
$261.5m
Employees
595
EIN
36-2167034
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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