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Edward S Sprague Foundation is a private trust based in CHICAGO, IL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1957. It holds total assets of $1.4M. Annual income is reported at $230K. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. Provide gifts and grants to educational organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Illinois. According to available records, Edward S Sprague Foundation has made 43 grants totaling $300K, with a median grant of $5K. Annual giving has decreased from $141K in 2021 to $18K in 2024. Individual grants have ranged from $200 to $19K, with an average award of $7K. The foundation has supported 30 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Illinois and District of Columbia and Tennessee. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
No specific application information is available for this foundation. Check the 990-PF filings below for application guidelines, or visit the foundation's website if listed above.
Smallest Grant
$200
Median Grant
$598
Average Grant
$4K
Largest Grant
$10K
Based on 3 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Provide gifts and grants to educational organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 43 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in IL, DC, TN.
Edward S Sprague Foundation has distributed a total of $300K across 43 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $7K. Individual grants have ranged from $200 to $19K.
Edward S Sprague Foundation is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (366070124) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Edward S Sprague Foundation is headquartered in CHICAGO, IL. While based in IL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jennie Sprague O'Brien | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jack O'Brien | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$1.4M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$1.4M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
43
Total Giving
$300K
Average Grant
$7K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
30
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2024 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alphonsus Academy & Center For The ArtsEDUCATION | Chicago, IL | $7K | 2024 |
| Bounce Children'S FoundationSERVICES FOR SICK CHILDREN | Deerfield, IL | $5K | 2024 |
| Depaul College PrepEDUCATION | Chicago, IL | $3K | 2024 |
| Humble DesignHOUSING SERVICES FOR THE HOMELESS | Chicago, IL | $2K | 2024 |
| Our Lady Of SorrowsHELP FOR THE POOR | Chicago, IL | $1K | 2024 |
| Association House Of ChicagoHOME FOR THE POOR & SERVICES | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Lydia Home AssociationHOMELESS CHILDRENS SHELTER | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Chicago Lighthouse For The BlindEDUCATION | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Midtown Educational FoundationEDUCATION | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Miseracordia Heart Of MercyEDUCATION & SERVICES FOR THE DISABLED | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| St Jude Research HospitalCHILDRENS RESEARCH HOSPITAL | Memphis, TN | $10K | 2023 |
| The Hadely School For The BlindEDUCATION & SERVICES FOR THE DISABLED | Winnekta, IL | $10K | 2023 |
| Environmental DefenseENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION | Washington Dc, DC | $5K | 2023 |
| JdrfDISEASE RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| The Humane SocietyANIMAL WELFARE | Washington Dc, DC | $5K | 2023 |
| Shriners Hospital For ChildrenCHILDRENS MEDICAL HOSPITAL | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| Sierra Club FoundationENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| Luminarts- Formerly Untion League Civic & Arts FoundationART SCHOLARSHIPS | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| World Wildlife FundWILDLIFE CONSERVATION | Washington Dc, DC | $5K | 2023 |
| Bernies Book BankSERVICES FOR CHILDREN | Lake Bluff, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| Deborah'S PlaceHOMELESS SHELTER & SERVICES | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| EmbarcEDUCATION | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| Lambs FarmEDUCATION | Libertyville, IL | $1K | 2023 |
| Luminarts - Formerly Union League Civic & Arts FoundART SCHOLARSHIPS | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2021 |
| The Hadley School For The BlindEDUCATION & SERVICES FOR THE DISABLED | Winnetka, IL | $10K | 2021 |
| Shriners Hospitals For ChildrenCHILDRENS MEDICAL HOSTPITAL | Chicago, IL | $8K | 2021 |
| Environmental Defense FundENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION | Washington, DC | $5K | 2021 |
| Friends Of The RiverENVIRONMENTAL CLEAN UP & PRESERVATION | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2021 |
| Lincoln Park ZooCONSERVATION | Chicago, IL | $3K | 2021 |
| Leukimia & Lymphoma SocietyCHILDRENS RESEARCH HOSPITAL | Chicago, IL | $200 | 2021 |