1 17 Foundation
Preselected recipients only
1 17 Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $647,733 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,998 and the largest $600,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$647,733
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,998
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $66,034 the year before.
43% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $70,413 | 10 | $467,113 |
| 2024 | $66,034 | 10 | $627,869 |
| 2025 | $647,733 | 7 | $0 |
How to apply
1 17 Foundation 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.
What 1 17 Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $605,998 |
| Illinois | 3 | $35,735 |
| Indiana | 1 | $3,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable | Donation daf | $600,000 |
| New Moms Inc | Donation | $25,000 |
| Dominican University | donation | $8,953 |
| Undivided | Donation | $5,998 |
| Javesca Feeds | donation | $3,000 |
| Taylor University | donation | $3,000 |
| Judson College | donation | $1,782 |
Officers and trustees
- David Hoover
- John Zygmontowicz
Questions people ask
Does 1 17 Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does 1 17 Foundation give?
$647,733 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,998.
Who runs 1 17 Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Hoover (President) and John Zygmontowicz (Secretary).
What does 1 17 Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.