The First Spoke Foundation
Chicago, Illinois · EIN 200894628 · Private foundation
The First Spoke Foundation is a private foundation based in Chicago, Illinois. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $4.6M in grants paid and $12.4M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 91 individual grants from this funder — $23.6M awarded across 2017–2023 — including its support for faith-based (christian). This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What The First Spoke Foundation funds
The First Spoke Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on faith-based (christian), faith-based (jewish), health care, higher education, housing & homelessness, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, families, homeless population.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Foundation General Operating Support | Urbana, IL | $5.2M | 2022 |
| The Ark General Operating Support | Chicago, IL | $3.8M | 2022 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation General Operating Support | New York, NY | $1.0M | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from The First Spoke Foundation
The First Spoke 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.
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Frequently asked questions about The First Spoke Foundation
- Does The First Spoke Foundation accept grant applications?
- The First Spoke 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 First Spoke Foundation fund?
- The First Spoke Foundation's grants focus on faith-based (christian). Example recipients include University of Illinois Foundation, The Ark, Birthright Israel Foundation. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The First Spoke Foundation give in grants?
- The First Spoke Foundation reported $4.6M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $23.6M over 91 grants.
- Where is The First Spoke Foundation located?
- The First Spoke Foundation is based in Chicago, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 200894628.
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