The Cradle Foundation
Evanston, Illinois · EIN 450506764 · Private foundation
Based in Evanston, Illinois, The Cradle Foundation has awarded $24.0M across 8 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to The Cradle Society. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What The Cradle Foundation funds
The Cradle Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on faith-based (jewish).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cradle Society Support the operations of The Cradle. | Evanston, IL | $4.4M | 2024 |
| The Cradle Society Support the operations of The Cradle. | Evanston, IL | $3.5M | 2025 |
| The Cradle Society Support the operations of The Cradle. | Evanston, IL | $3.1M | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from The Cradle Foundation
The Cradle 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 cradle.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Cradle Foundation
- Does The Cradle Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Cradle 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 Cradle Foundation fund?
- The Cradle Foundation's grants focus on faith-based (jewish). Example recipients include The Cradle Society. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Cradle Foundation give in grants?
- The Cradle Foundation reported $2.5M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $24.0M over 8 grants.
- Where is The Cradle Foundation located?
- The Cradle Foundation is based in Evanston, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 450506764.
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