Mazza Foundation
Chicago, Illinois · EIN 366054751 · Private foundation
Based in Chicago, Illinois, Mazza Foundation has awarded $10.0M across 193 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to Big Shoulders Fund. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Mazza Foundation funds
Mazza Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, community improvement, education, faith-based (christian), faith-based, and related causes.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Shoulders Fund SCHOLARSHIPS, HIGH SCHOOL SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $300K | 2024 |
| Misericordia Foundation NEW RESIDENCE | Chicago, IL | $300K | 2024 |
| Lurie Children's Hospital NEUROMUSCULAR PROGRAM | Chicago, IL | $300K | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from Mazza Foundation
Mazza 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 Mazza Foundation
- Does Mazza Foundation accept grant applications?
- Mazza 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 Mazza Foundation fund?
- Mazza Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Big Shoulders Fund, Misericordia Foundation, Lurie Children's Hospital. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Mazza Foundation give in grants?
- Mazza Foundation reported $1.9M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $10.0M over 193 grants.
- Where is Mazza Foundation located?
- Mazza Foundation is based in Chicago, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 366054751.
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