The Orlebeke Foundation
Chicago, Illinois · EIN 462836655 · Private foundation
The Orlebeke Foundation is a private foundation based in Chicago, Illinois. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $129K in giving and $3.4M in assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 34 individual grants from this funder — $2.0M awarded across 2017–2024 — including its support for arts & culture. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What The Orlebeke Foundation funds
The Orlebeke Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture.
Populations it has supported include children.
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 Kennedy Center UNRESTRICTED USE | Washington, DC | $307K | 2020 |
| The Kennedy Center UNRESTRICTED USE | Washington, DC | $243K | 2022 |
| Steppenwolf Theatre UNRESTRICTED USE | Chicago, IL | $170K | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from The Orlebeke Foundation
From The Orlebeke Foundation's IRS Form 990-PF, on how it handles applications:
Verify the current process on the foundation's own materials before sending anything.
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Frequently asked questions about The Orlebeke Foundation
- Does The Orlebeke Foundation accept grant applications?
- Yes — The Orlebeke Foundation's IRS filing describes an application process. Confirm the current details directly with the foundation before applying.
- What does The Orlebeke Foundation fund?
- The Orlebeke Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include The Kennedy Center, Steppenwolf Theatre. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Orlebeke Foundation give in grants?
- The Orlebeke Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $129K in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $2.0M over 34 grants.
- Where is The Orlebeke Foundation located?
- The Orlebeke Foundation is based in Chicago, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 462836655.
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