The Polsky Foundation
Chicago, Illinois · EIN 651164639 · Private foundation
The Polsky Foundation is a Illinois-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $5.3M in annual giving against $21.4M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 139 grants for The Polsky Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What The Polsky Foundation funds
The Polsky Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, faith-based (christian), faith-based (jewish), faith-based, health care, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, families, immigrants & refugees, men boys, veterans, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uchicago Polsky Center GENERAL FUND | Chicago, IL | $4.0M | 2022 |
| Uchicago Polsky Center GENERAL FUND | Chicago, IL | $2.4M | 2023 |
| Brca Research and Cure Alliance Charity | Chicago, IL | $2.3M | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from The Polsky Foundation
The Polsky 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 Polsky Foundation
- Does The Polsky Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Polsky 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 Polsky Foundation fund?
- The Polsky Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Uchicago Polsky Center, Brca Research and Cure Alliance. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Polsky Foundation give in grants?
- The Polsky Foundation reported $5.3M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $28.4M over 139 grants.
- Where is The Polsky Foundation located?
- The Polsky Foundation is based in Chicago, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 651164639.
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