The Gies Foundation
Oak Brook, Illinois · EIN 201685394 · Private foundation
The Gies Foundation is a Illinois-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $1.3M in annual giving against $4.2M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 80 grants for The Gies Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What The Gies Foundation funds
The Gies Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, arts education, civil rights & social justice, community improvement, education, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, families, foster youth, low-income communities, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Jesuit Academy TO OFFER CHILDREN WITH EDUCATIONAL AND ECONOMIC NEEDS ACCESS TO A CATHOLIC, COLLEGE PREPARATTORY MIDDLE SCHOOL EDUCATION IN THE JESUIT TRADI | Chicago, IL | $844K | 2017 |
| Chicago Jesuit Academy TO OFFER CHILDREN WITH EDUCATIONAL AND ECONOMIC NEEDS ACCESS TO A CATHOLIC, COLLEGE PREPARATTORY MIDDLE SCHOOL EDUCATION IN THE JESUIT TRADI | Chicago, IL | $768K | 2024 |
| Chicago Jesuit Academy TO OFFER CHILDREN WITH EDUCATIONAL AND ECONOMIC NEEDS ACCESS TO A CATHOLIC, COLLEGE PREPARATTORY MIDDLE SCHOOL EDUCATION IN THE JESUIT TRADI | Chicago, IL | $504K | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from The Gies Foundation
The Gies 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 Gies Foundation
- Does The Gies Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Gies 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 Gies Foundation fund?
- The Gies Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Chicago Jesuit Academy. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Gies Foundation give in grants?
- The Gies Foundation reported $1.3M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $6.6M over 80 grants.
- Where is The Gies Foundation located?
- The Gies Foundation is based in Oak Brook, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 201685394.
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