The Barack Obama Foundation
Chicago, Illinois · EIN 464950751 · Private foundation
The Barack Obama Foundation is a Illinois-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $2.3M in annual giving against $563.7M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 84 grants for The Barack Obama Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What The Barack Obama Foundation funds
The Barack Obama Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on criminal justice, education, higher education, youth development.
Populations it has supported include women girls, youth pop.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gofundmeorg SUPPORT GRASSROOTS LEADERS TO EMPOWER GIRLS THROUGH EDUCATION. | Redwood City, CA | $3.5M | 2024 |
| Gofundmeorg SUPPORT GRASSROOTS LEADERS TO EMPOWER GIRLS THROUGH EDUCATION. | Redwood City, CA | $2.4M | 2023 |
| The National Archives Assembly DIGITIZATION AND TRANSFER OF OBAMA PRESIDENTIAL RECORDS | College Park, MD | $2.0M | 2019 |
How to apply for funding from The Barack Obama Foundation
The Barack Obama 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 obama.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Barack Obama Foundation
- Does The Barack Obama Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Barack Obama 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 The Barack Obama Foundation fund?
- The Barack Obama Foundation's grants focus on criminal justice. Example recipients include Gofundmeorg, The National Archives Assembly. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Barack Obama Foundation give in grants?
- The Barack Obama Foundation reported $2.3M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $30.3M over 84 grants.
- Where is The Barack Obama Foundation located?
- The Barack Obama Foundation is based in Chicago, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 464950751.
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