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Northern Illinois University Foundation

Dekalb, Illinois  ·  EIN 366086819  ·  Private foundation

Northern Illinois University Foundation is a Illinois-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2021) reports $5.7M in annual giving against $170.4M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 8 grants for Northern Illinois University Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.

$5.7M
Indexed giving (FY2021)
$170.4M
Assets (FY2021)
8
Grants tracked
2025
Latest grant in this overview

What Northern Illinois University Foundation funds

Northern Illinois University 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
Northern Illinois University
UNIVERSITY EXPENSES
Dekalb, IL$6.1M2017
Northern Illinois University
TO PROVIDE GRANTS TO NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Dekalb, IL$5.5M2025
Northern Illinois University
UNIVERSITY EXPENSES
Dekalb, IL$5.4M2018

How to apply for funding from Northern Illinois University Foundation

Northern Illinois University 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 niufoundation.org.

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Frequently asked questions about Northern Illinois University Foundation

Does Northern Illinois University Foundation accept grant applications?
Northern Illinois University 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 Northern Illinois University Foundation fund?
Northern Illinois University Foundation's grants focus on higher education. Example recipients include Northern Illinois University. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
How much does Northern Illinois University Foundation give in grants?
Northern Illinois University Foundation reported $5.7M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2021). Across all years in our data it has awarded $35.5M over 8 grants.
Where is Northern Illinois University Foundation located?
Northern Illinois University Foundation is based in Dekalb, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 366086819.
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About this profile. This page is built from Northern Illinois University 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 Northern Illinois University Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.