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Schlinger Chrisman Foundation

Chicago, Illinois  ·  EIN 270096038  ·  Private foundation

Schlinger Chrisman Foundation is a Illinois-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $2.0M in annual giving against $2.3M in assets. This page documents the 329 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Schlinger Chrisman Foundation — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$2.0M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$2.3M
Total assets
329
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What Schlinger Chrisman Foundation funds

Schlinger Chrisman Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, education, environment & conservation, health care, housing & homelessness, and related causes.

Arts & CultureEducationEnvironment & ConservationHealth CareHousing & HomelessnessYouth Development

Populations it has supported include homeless population, youth pop.

homeless populationyouth pop

Grant history

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

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts
SUPPORT PERFORMING ARTS.
Santa Barbara, CA$350K2020
Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts
SUPPORT PERFORMING ARTS.
Santa Barbara, CA$335K2018
Central Coast Ocean Adventures
SUPPORT FOR YOUTH.
Santa Barbara, CA$325K2024
Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts
SUPPORT FOR PERFORMING ARTS.
Santa Barbara, CA$300K2022
Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts
SUPPORT PERFORMING ARTS.
Santa Barbara, CA$285K2017
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
SUPPORT FOR MUSEUM RESEARCH AND EXHIBITS.
Santa Barbara, CA$250K2022
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
SUPPORT FOR MUSEUM RESEARCH AND EXHIBITS.
Santa Barbara, CA$250K2023
Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts
SUPPORT FOR PERFORMING ARTS.
Santa Barbara, CA$235K2024
Opera Santa Barbara
SUPPORT FOR PERFORMING ARTS.
Santa Barbara, CA$200K2022
Catalina Island Conservancy
SUPPORT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT.
Long Beach, CA$200K2022
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
SUPPORT FOR MUSEUM RESEARCH AND EXHIBITS.
Santa Barbara, CA$200K2020
Catalina Island Conservancy
SUPPORT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT.
Long Beach, CA$200K2020
Anacapa School
SUPPORT FOR YOUTH.
Santa Barbara, CA$200K2020
Santa Barbara Symphony
SUPPORT FOR PERFORMING ARTS.
Santa Barbara, CA$200K2023
Catalina Island Conservancy
SUPPORT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT.
Long Beach, CA$200K2023

Schlinger Chrisman Foundation giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2017$865K
2018$1.1M
2020$2.0M
2022$3.3M
2023$3.3M
2024$2.9M

How to apply for funding from Schlinger Chrisman Foundation

Schlinger Chrisman 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 Schlinger Chrisman Foundation

Does Schlinger Chrisman Foundation accept grant applications?
Schlinger Chrisman 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 Schlinger Chrisman Foundation fund?
Schlinger Chrisman Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Recent recipients include Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts, Santa Barbara Center for the Performing Arts, Central Coast Ocean Adventures. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Schlinger Chrisman Foundation give in grants?
Schlinger Chrisman Foundation reported $2.0M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $13.3M over 329 grants.
Where is Schlinger Chrisman Foundation located?
Schlinger Chrisman Foundation is based in Chicago, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 270096038.
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About this profile. This page is built from Schlinger Chrisman 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 Schlinger Chrisman Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.