The mission of the Springboard Foundation is to provide financial and intellectual capital to selected "grass roots" charitable programs that otherwise would have difficulty obtaining financial support. Springboard's primary focus is afterschool and supplemental education programs. Since inception, Springboard has helped numerous programs grow and become self-sustaining, so that they can continue to provide Chicago public school students with educational and out-of-school activities that are so critical to personal growth and success. In addition to contributing funds to Springboard, Springboard members go on site visits to meet nonprofit leaders and see their programs in action. During the year, members maintain contact with the nonprofits and marshal all of the resources at their disposal time, treasure, knowledge, and network to ensure that they grow into sustainable organizations.
Financial Overview
From 2020 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
-100.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$356K
-26.9% YoY
Grant Count
12
-52.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$30K
+52.3% YoY
About The Springboard Foundation
Based on IRS filings
The Springboard Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Human Services, based in CHICAGO, IL. IRS filing data is available from 2019 through 2020. In 2020, it awarded 12 grants totaling $356K. Net investment income was $363.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2020 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | — | $194,461 |
| Revenue | $328,965 | $533,094 |
| Expenses | $475,058 | $636,069 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $363 | $9,020 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — |
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 2020
Grant Size Distribution
37 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from The Springboard Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2020 grants, the largest include The Chicago Community Foundation ($274,435), Simple Good ($11,250), River City Community Development Center ($9,500).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Chicago Community Foundation Chicago, IL | To grant the full balance of the Springboard Foundation into the Springboard Foundation Fund, a donor advised fund at The Chicago Community Trust. | $274,435 |
| Simple Good Westchester, IL | To work with a consultant to develop a fundraising plan. | $11,250 |
| River City Community Development Center Chicago, IL | To engage a consultant to create a fund development plan. | $9,500 |
| Chicago Heart Initiative Chicago, IL | For general operating support. | $7,500 |
| Mariachi Heritage Foundation Inc Chicago, IL | For general operating support. | $7,500 |
| Music In Urban Schools Inspiring Change Chicago, IL | For general operating support. | $7,500 |
| Chicago Metamorphosis Orchestra Project NFP Chicago, IL | For general operating support. | $7,000 |
| Territory Chicago, IL | For general operating support. | $6,444 |
| Debate It Forward Chicago, IL | For general operating support. | $6,250 |
| Role Model Movement Inc NFP Chicago, IL | For general operating support. | $6,250 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2020 IRS filing
From 2020 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jessica Strausbaugh | Treasurer | 1 | — |
| Keith Kizziah | President | 1 | — |
| Doug Armstrong | Vice President | 1 | — |
| Chandler Bigelow | Secretary | 1 | — |
| John Palmer | Social Chair | 1 | — |
| Andrew Flynn | President (Until 11/2019) | 1 | — |
| Prudence R Beidler | Director | 1 | — |
| Richard H Driehaus | Director | 1 | — |
| Mark E Ferguson | Director | 1 | — |
| Jack Keller | Director | 1 | — |
| Douglas W Mabie | Director | 1 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Springboard Foundation?
The Springboard Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Human Services, based in CHICAGO, IL. It holds — in total assets as of 2020.
Where does The Springboard Foundation operate?
The Springboard Foundation has awarded grants in Illinois, Minnesota.
What size grants does The Springboard Foundation award?
In 2020, The Springboard Foundation awarded 12 grants totaling $356K — an average of about $30K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is The Springboard Foundation's EIN?
The Springboard Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-4482332. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2020.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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