The Delta Institute
Chicago, Illinois · EIN 364210191 · Private foundation
The Delta Institute is a private foundation based in Chicago, Illinois. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2018) reports $881K in grants paid and $7.5M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 60 individual grants from this funder — $1.6M awarded across 2017–2023 — including its support for environment & conservation. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What The Delta Institute funds
The Delta Institute's giving carries a documented focus on environment & conservation, health care, 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.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muskegon County Road Commission PROJECT PARTNER/CONSULTANT | Muskegon, MI | $150K | 2018 |
| Muskegon Conservation District SUPPORT GREAT LAKES RESTORATION INITIATIVE | Twin Lake, MI | $112K | 2017 |
| 389nm LLC PROJECT PARTNER/CONSULTANT | Chicago, IL | $87K | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from The Delta Institute
The Delta Institute'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 delta-institute.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Delta Institute
- Does The Delta Institute accept grant applications?
- The Delta Institute'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 Delta Institute fund?
- The Delta Institute's grants focus on environment & conservation. Example recipients include Muskegon County Road Commission, Muskegon Conservation District, 389nm LLC. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Delta Institute give in grants?
- The Delta Institute reported $881K in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2018). Across all years in our data it has awarded $1.6M over 60 grants.
- Where is The Delta Institute located?
- The Delta Institute is based in Chicago, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 364210191.
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