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Nesbitt Foundation

Chicago, Illinois  ·  EIN 956092682  ·  Private foundation

Nesbitt Foundation is a Illinois-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $1.0M in annual giving against $3.1M in assets. This page documents the 45 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Nesbitt Foundation — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$1.0M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$3.1M
Total assets
45
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What Nesbitt Foundation funds

Nesbitt Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on faith-based (christian), faith-based (jewish), food & agriculture, health care.

Faith-Based (Christian)Faith-Based (Jewish)Food & AgricultureHealth Care

Populations it has supported include older adults, veterans.

older adultsveterans

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Nesbitt Foundation, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Los Angeles Regional
GENERAL
Los Angeles, CA$400K2020
Los Angeles Regional
GENERAL SUPPORT
Los Angeles, CA$190K2024
Los Angeles Regional
GENERAL
Los Angeles, CA$190K2023
Pacific Clinics
GENERAL
Los Gatos, CA$150K2023
Pacific Clinics
GENERAL SUPPORT
Los Gatos, CA$150K2024
United Friends of the
GENERAL SUPPORT
Los Angeles, CA$100K2024
Nazareth House
GENERAL SUPPORT
San Diego, CA$100K2024
Guide Dogs of the Desert
GENERAL SUPPORT
Whitewater, CA$100K2024
Guide Dogs of the Desert
GENERAL
Whitewater, CA$100K2023
Sisters of Nazareth
GENERAL
Los Angeles, CA$100K2023
United Friends of the
GENERAL
Los Angeles, CA$100K2023
Helping Hands for the Blind
GENERAL SUPPORT
Chatsworth, CA$80K2024
Helping Hands for the Blind
GENERAL
Chatsworth, CA$75K2023
United Friends of the
GENERAL
Los Angeles, CA$70K2020
Guide Dogs of the Desert
GENERAL
Whitewater, CA$70K2020

Nesbitt Foundation giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2020$1.0M
2023$1.1M
2024$1.2M

How to apply for funding from Nesbitt Foundation

Nesbitt Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal.

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Frequently asked questions about Nesbitt Foundation

Does Nesbitt Foundation accept grant applications?
Nesbitt Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Nesbitt Foundation fund?
Nesbitt Foundation's grants focus on faith-based (christian). Recent recipients include Los Angeles Regional, Los Angeles Regional, Los Angeles Regional. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Nesbitt Foundation give in grants?
Nesbitt Foundation reported $1.0M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $3.3M over 45 grants.
Where is Nesbitt Foundation located?
Nesbitt Foundation is based in Chicago, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 956092682.
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About this profile. This page is built from Nesbitt Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Nesbitt Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.