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Chicago State Foundation

Chicago, Illinois  ·  EIN 473644945  ·  Private foundation

Based in Chicago, Illinois, Chicago State Foundation has awarded $3.4M across 2 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2023. Its largest grant on record went to Chicago State University. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.

$3.9M
Indexed giving (FY2025)
$11.5M
Assets (FY2025)
2
Grants tracked
2023
Latest grant in this overview

What Chicago State Foundation funds

Chicago State Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on higher education.

Higher Education

Selected grant examples

Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Chicago State University
Provide scholarships and other assistance to students.
Chicago, IL$1.8M2023
Chicago State University
Provide scholarships and other assistance to students.
Chicago, IL$1.6M2022

How to apply for funding from Chicago State Foundation

Chicago State Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at csu.edu/foundation.

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Frequently asked questions about Chicago State Foundation

Does Chicago State Foundation accept grant applications?
Chicago State Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
What does Chicago State Foundation fund?
Chicago State Foundation's grants focus on higher education. Example recipients include Chicago State University. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
How much does Chicago State Foundation give in grants?
Chicago State Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $3.9M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $3.4M over 2 grants.
Where is Chicago State Foundation located?
Chicago State Foundation is based in Chicago, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 473644945.
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About this profile. This page is built from Chicago State Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; Filings describe past activity and arrive with a lag. Financial summaries and grant records can cover different years. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Chicago State Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.