The Manaaki Foundation
Chicago, Illinois · EIN 271371242 · Private foundation
The Manaaki Foundation is a Illinois-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $1.1M in annual giving against $23.9M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 166 grants for The Manaaki Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What The Manaaki Foundation funds
The Manaaki Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on environment & conservation, food & agriculture, higher education.
Populations it has supported include women girls.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood of Illinois SUPPORT OF GENERAL OPERATIONS | Chicago, IL | $155K | 2025 |
| Mother Jones EXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | San Francisco, CA | $130K | 2023 |
| Chicago Public Media SUPPORT OF GENERAL OPERATIONS | Chicago, IL | $129K | 2025 |
How to apply for funding from The Manaaki Foundation
The Manaaki 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 Manaaki Foundation
- Does The Manaaki Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Manaaki 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 Manaaki Foundation fund?
- The Manaaki Foundation's grants focus on environment & conservation. Example recipients include Planned Parenthood of Illinois, Mother Jones, Chicago Public Media. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Manaaki Foundation give in grants?
- The Manaaki Foundation reported $1.1M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $5.4M over 166 grants.
- Where is The Manaaki Foundation located?
- The Manaaki Foundation is based in Chicago, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 271371242.
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