Institute for Financial Markets
Preselected recipients only
Institute for Financial Markets is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $254 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $127 and the largest $150. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$254
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$127
- Largest grant$150
- Assets$4.4 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $254 | 2 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
Institute for Financial Markets says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Institute for Financial Markets funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $150 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $104 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arlington Heights Historical Society | General purpose | $150 |
| Prevention for Blindness Society | General purpose | $104 |
Officers and trustees
- Walter Lukken
- Peter Borish
- John M Damgard
- Arhtur W Hahn
- Eric Aldous
- Alicia Crighton
- Karen K Wuertz
- Patricia Foshee
- Michael C Dawley
- Gary A Dewaal
- Daniel Driscoll
Questions people ask
Does Institute for Financial Markets accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Institute for Financial Markets give?
$254 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $127.
Who runs Institute for Financial Markets?
Its 2024 filing lists Walter Lukken (Member of Board of Trustees), Peter Borish (Member of Board of Trustees), John M Damgard (Member of Board of Trustees) and Arhtur W Hahn (Member of Board of Trustees) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Institute for Financial Markets fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and disability.