Foundations that fund museums and historical organizations in Illinois

Hickory Foundation — 5 grants to 2 organizations, median $5,000, largest $50,000. That is 83% of its Illinois giving. Last grant here 2023. Does not accept unsolicited applications.

The Barbro Osher Pro Suecia Foundation — 3 grants to 3 organizations, median $40,000, largest $40,000. That is 60% of its Illinois giving. Last grant here 2023. Accepts unsolicited applications.

Verdandi Lodge NO3 Independent Order of Svithiod — 8 grants to 2 organizations, median $28,875, largest $75,625. That is 33% of its Illinois giving. Last grant here 2023. Public charity — application process varies.

The Hearthland Foundation — 3 grants to 2 organizations, median $2,000,000, largest $2,000,000. That is 50% of its Illinois giving. Last grant here 2023. Does not accept unsolicited applications.

Leroy Neiman and Janet Byrne Neiman Foundation Inc — 3 grants to 2 organizations, median $10,000, largest $20,000. That is 43% of its Illinois giving. Last grant here 2023. Does not accept unsolicited applications.

Edlis - Neeson Foundation NFP — 4 grants to 2 organizations, median $58,000, largest $633,000. That is 36% of its Illinois giving. Last grant here 2023. Does not accept unsolicited applications.

Cline-Lofftus Foundation — 6 grants to 2 organizations, median $12,900, largest $27,100. That is 25% of its Illinois giving. Last grant here 2023. Accepts unsolicited applications.

King Spruce Company — 6 grants to 2 organizations, median $1,000, largest $5,500. That is 25% of its Illinois giving. Last grant here 2023. Does not accept unsolicited applications.

Betty Coughlin Charitable Trust — 6 grants to 2 organizations, median $29,625, largest $30,750. That is 23% of its Illinois giving. Last grant here 2023. Accepts unsolicited applications.

Robert Galvin Foundation — 7 grants to 4 organizations, median $25,000, largest $100,000. That is 21% of its Illinois giving. Last grant here 2023. Does not accept unsolicited applications.