Abbott Fund
Abbott Fund is a company-sponsored foundation based in Abbott Park, Illinois. The organization has been tax-exempt since February 1953 and operates as a philanthropic entity supporting a broad range of charitable causes globally.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$17.4M
-12.4% YoY
Grant Count
62
+1.6% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$281K
-13.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Abbott Fund supports organizations involved in:
- Arts and culture
- Education
- Water conservation
- Health, HIV/AIDS, diabetes, and tropical diseases
- Hunger and nutrition
- Disaster relief
- Human services and community development
- Science
- Programs serving children, minorities, women, and economically disadvantaged people
The fund places special emphasis on programs designed to promote science and medical innovation, expand access to healthcare, and strengthen communities around the globe.
Grantmaking
Abbott Fund awards grants to nonprofit organizations aligned with its funding priorities. Recent grant activity includes:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Abbott Fund supports organizations globally, with demonstrated funding activity in the United States.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
5 open opportunities from Abbott Fund
Abbott Fellowship Program Grants
Abbott Fund
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Abbott Professional Medical Education Grants
Abbott Fund
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Clara Abbott College Scholarship Program
Abbott Fund
Amount
Varies
Deadline
February 15, 2027
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include American Online Giving Foundation Inc ($7,965,870), Erie Family Health Center Inc ($500,000), El Concilio California ($450,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc Safety Harbor, FL | Employee Giving Campaign | $7,965,870 |
| Arizona Board Of Regents University Of Arizona Tucson, AZ | Water Education in Pinal & Gila Counties - Project WET | $50,000 |
| Asian Pacific Self-Development And Residential Association Stockton, CA | Community Health Workers | $300,000 |
| Aspen Institute Washington, DC | AF Matching Grant | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of Chicago Chicago, IL | AF Matching Grant | $25,000 |
| BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF AMERICA INDIANAPOLIS, IN | AF Matching Grant | $5,227 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Lake County North Chicago, IL | Future Ready: DIY STEM | $50,000 |
| Catholic University Of America Washington, DC | AF Matching Grant | $5,000 |
| Chicago Horticultural Society Glencoe, IL | 2025 VeggieRx Produce Prescription Program | $15,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra Chicago, IL | Family Matinees | $100,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
No officer/director data available.
Contact Information
- Address: 100 Abbott Park Road D379/Ap6d, Abbott Park, IL 60064
- Phone: 224-668-2803
- Website: www.abbottfund.org
- EIN: 36-6069793
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Abbott Fund fund?
Abbott Fund supports organizations involved in: • Arts and culture • Education • Water conservation • Health, HIV/AIDS, diabetes, and tropical diseases • Hunger and nutrition • Disaster relief • Human services and community development • Science • Programs serving children, minorities, women, and economically disadvantaged people The fund places special emphasis on programs designed to promote science and medical innovation, expand access to healthcare, and strengthen communities around the glo…
How do I apply for a grant from Abbott Fund?
Abbott Fund awards grants to nonprofit organizations aligned with its funding priorities. Recent grant activity includes: • $250,000 grant to Northern Illinois Food Bank to address childhood hunger • $1,000,000 grant to University of Nebraska for the Abbott and Big Ten Conferences Nationwide We Give Blood Drive Competition • $750,000 in grants to education and health equity programs
Where does Abbott Fund make grants?
Abbott Fund supports organizations globally, with demonstrated funding activity in the United States.
What size grants does Abbott Fund award?
In 2024, Abbott Fund awarded 62 grants totaling $17.4M — an average of about $281K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Abbott Fund's EIN?
Abbott Fund's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-6069793. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Browse active grant opportunities in Abbott Fund's focus areas in our free grants database
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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