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American Friends of the Canadian

Preselected recipients only Chicago, Illinois · EIN 203541544

American Friends of the Canadian is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $14,187 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $14,187 and the largest $14,187. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.

From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.

Giving by year

Tax yearGrants paidNumber of grantsAssets
2021$4,8311$1,504
2022$4,7111$0
2023$00$9,968
2024$14,1871$2

How to apply

American Friends of the Canadian 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.

IRS filings on ProPublica

What American Friends of the Canadian funds

Grants paid in 2024

All 1 grants
RecipientPurposeAmount
Friends of the Canadian Museum for Human RightsUnrestricted$14,187

Officers and trustees

As listed in Part VIII of the 2024 filing.

Questions people ask

Does American Friends of the Canadian accept grant applications?

No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.

How much does American Friends of the Canadian give?

$14,187 in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $14,187.

Who runs American Friends of the Canadian?

Its 2024 filing lists Gail Asper (Director), Alex Robinson (Director), Arni Thorsteinson (Director) and Gregory Winters (Secretary).

What does American Friends of the Canadian fund?

Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and international.

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