Accent Charitable Fund
Preselected recipients only
Accent Charitable Fund is a private foundation in Northfield, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $328,605 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $31,500. 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$328,605
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$31,500
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was down from $400,060 the year before.
26% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $400,060 | 47 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $328,605 | 39 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Accent Charitable Fund 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 Accent Charitable Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 21 | $167,558 |
| Colorado | 8 | $84,001 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $31,500 |
| Florida | 5 | $20,188 |
| Washington | 1 | $17,338 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,020 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | Unrestricted use of the charity | $31,500 |
| Educational Access Group | Unrestricted use of the charity | $30,000 |
| Youth Services | Unrestricted use of the charity | $30,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Unrestricted use of the charity | $22,500 |
| Child's Play | Unrestricted use of the charity | $17,338 |
| Northern Illinios Food Bank | Unrestricted use of the charity | $12,000 |
| Christmas Commandos | Unrestricted use of the charity | $11,607 |
| American Writers Museum | Unrestricted use of the charity | $10,000 |
| Engineers Without Borders USA | Unrestricted use of the charity | $10,000 |
| Mile High 360 | Unrestricted use of the charity | $10,000 |
| The Shelter for Abused Women and Children | Unrestricted use of the charity | $10,000 |
| Erika's Lighthouse | Unrestricted use of the charity | $8,500 |
| Pickles Group | Unrestricted use of the charity | $7,756 |
| American Cancer Society Colorado | Unrestricted use of the charity | $7,500 |
| Chicago Abortion Fund | Unrestricted use of the charity | $7,500 |
| Chicago Canine Rescue | Unrestricted use of the charity | $7,500 |
| Chicago Coalition for Family Building | Unrestricted use of the charity | $7,500 |
| Cradles to Crayons | Unrestricted use of the charity | $7,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Unrestricted use of the charity | $7,500 |
| The Night Ministry | Unrestricted use of the charity | $7,500 |
| Youth Guidance | Unrestricted use of the charity | $7,500 |
| Bgolden | Unrestricted use of the charity | $7,500 |
| Village Treasure House | Unrestricted use of the charity | $7,000 |
| Hunger Resource Network | Unrestricted use of the charity | $5,102 |
| JDRF | Unrestricted use of the charity | $5,020 |
| The Education Foundation of Collier County | Unrestricted use of the charity | $5,000 |
| Northfield Food Pantry | Unrestricted use of the charity | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of the Rockies | Unrestricted use of the charity | $5,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank | Unrestricted use of the charity | $2,500 |
| Lawrence Hall Youth Services | Unrestricted use of the charity | $2,500 |
| National Diaper Bank Network | Unrestricted use of the charity | $2,500 |
| Colorado Gives Foundation | Unrestricted use of the charity | $2,394 |
| Naples Children & Education Foundation | Unrestricted use of the charity | $1,658 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | Unrestricted use of the charity | $1,500 |
| Wbez Public Radio | Unrestricted use of the charity | $1,200 |
| Baby Basics of Collier County | Unrestricted use of the charity | $1,030 |
| Individual | Unrestricted use of the charity | $1,000 |
| North Shore Exchange | Unrestricted use of the charity | $1,000 |
| University of New Hampshire | Unrestricted use of the charity | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael A Cabay
- Barbara B Cabay
- Scott Cabay
- Jill Gray
- Richard Cabay
Questions people ask
Does Accent Charitable Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Accent Charitable Fund give?
$328,605 in tax year 2024, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Accent Charitable Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael A Cabay (Director), Barbara B Cabay (Director), Scott Cabay (Director) and Jill Gray (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Accent Charitable Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, food and hunger and education.