Moholy-Nagy Foundation Inc

Dr Scholl Foundation

Northbrook, IL

The Dr. Scholl Foundation funds eligible nonprofits working in education, social services, healthcare, civic and cultural activities, and the environment, primarily in the United States; overseas requests may be considered when a board member knows the applicant. Grants typically average $5,000–$25,000, though awards vary widely, and the foundation accepts requests through an LOI process, with full applications by invitation.

Mary Lynne Hickey Foundation

Chicago, IL

Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc

Indianapolis, IN

CICF supports a range of charitable work through its funds and partner entities, including youth programs, housing, social services, environmental equity, and services for older adults, primarily in Central Indiana. Its 2024 grants had a median award of $25,000, though amounts varied widely. CICF does not award grants directly; most competitive opportunities use its grants portal, while the Hamilton County Multi-Year Partner Grant is invitation-only and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Smithburg Family Foundation

Chicago, IL

The Smithburg Family Foundation funds cultural, educational, medical, and athletic support, with most of its 2024 grant dollars going to organizations in Illinois and smaller amounts to groups in Minnesota, Colorado, Washington, D.C., and Virginia. Its 2024 grants ranged from $2,000 to $35,000, with a median of $5,000. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Jane W and David M Stone Charitable

Chicago, IL

The foundation supports a varied mix of charitable organizations, including health care, churches, arts, disability services, literacy, and education groups. Its 2025 grants ranged from $2,500 to $315,000, with a median of $42,500, and went mainly to organizations in Illinois and New York, with a small share in California. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Eleanor Foster Foundation

Wilmette, IL

Northwestern University

Evanston, IL

Northwestern University funds research, education, faculty and postdoctoral development, and community projects; its ANCHOR grants support partnerships addressing health and resilience in Evanston and Chicago. Its 2024 grants had a median of about $63,000, while listed programs range from up to $3,000 for research-library grants to $25,000–$65,000 for ANCHOR projects. It lists specific funding opportunities but does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests generally.

Lesnik Charitable Foundation

Northbrook, IL

The Lesnik Charitable Foundation supports preselected charities working in areas including education and scholarships, health care, social services, research, and public safety, with most of its 2025 grant dollars going to Illinois organizations and others in four states. Its 2025 grants ranged from $2,000 to $41,667, with a median of $5,000; it does not accept unsolicited requests.

Weisman Family Foundation

Chicago, IL

White Family Charitable Foundation

Winnetka, IL

The White Family Charitable Foundation supports a range of charitable organizations, with 2025 grants going to recipients in Illinois, Colorado, Tennessee, Massachusetts, and New York. It awarded 18 grants totaling $105,000, typically $1,000–$15,000 (median $5,000). It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Robert Allerton

Chicago, IL

Kaufman Family Foundation

Kenilworth, IL

The Kaufman Family Foundation supports a broad range of cultural, educational, health, and conservation organizations, with most funding going to Illinois and additional grants in Montana, New York, and California. Its 2025 grants ranged from $500 to $104,000, with a median of $12,500. It does not limit giving to preselected organizations; call the listed contact for information about a questionnaire.