Deering Foundation
Chicago, Illinois · EIN 366051876 · Private foundation
Deering Foundation is a private foundation based in Chicago, Illinois. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $905K in grants paid and $19.6M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 44 individual grants from this funder — $4.9M awarded across 2020–2025 — including its support for arts & culture. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What Deering Foundation funds
Deering Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, education, environment & conservation.
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.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Danielson Foundation OTHER | Chicago, IL | $200K | 2025 |
| James D Danielson Foundation OTHER | Chicago, IL | $200K | 2025 |
| Gibbet Hill Foundation OTHER | Chicago, IL | $200K | 2025 |
How to apply for funding from Deering Foundation
Deering 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.
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Frequently asked questions about Deering Foundation
- Does Deering Foundation accept grant applications?
- Deering 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 Deering Foundation fund?
- Deering Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include The Danielson Foundation, James D Danielson Foundation, Gibbet Hill Foundation. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Deering Foundation give in grants?
- Deering Foundation reported $905K in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $4.9M over 44 grants.
- Where is Deering Foundation located?
- Deering Foundation is based in Chicago, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 366051876.
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