Belvedere Cares Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Belvedere Cares Foundation is a private foundation in Deerfield, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $651,549 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $200,187. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$651,549
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$200,187
- Assets$11.6 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was down from $755,782 the year before.
29% 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 | $755,782 | 21 | $11.5 million |
| 2024 | $651,549 | 17 | $11.6 million |
How to apply
Belvedere Cares 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 Belvedere Cares Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 16 | $644,049 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Urban Initiatives | Organization's Exempt Purpose | $200,187 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Organization's Exempt Purpose | $85,500 |
| University of Chicago | Organization's Exempt Purpose | $85,000 |
| Jackson Chance Foundation | Organization's Exempt Purpose | $82,500 |
| Girls 4 Science | Organization's Exempt Purpose | $75,000 |
| Autism Speaks | Organization's Exempt Purpose | $25,000 |
| A Better Chicago | Organization's Exempt Purpose | $25,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Chicago | Organization's Exempt Purpose | $25,000 |
| Chicago Youth Centers | Organization's Exempt Purpose | $10,000 |
| Beat The Streets Chicago | Organization's Exempt Purpose | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Organization's Exempt Purpose | $8,500 |
| T4Youth | Organization's Exempt Purpose | $7,500 |
| The Connor Hunt Memorial Foundation | Organization's Exempt Purpose | $5,000 |
| Chicago Childrens Advocacy Center | Organization's Exempt Purpose | $5,000 |
| Chicago Cat Rescue | Organization's Exempt Purpose | $1,500 |
| Dong Fang Chinese Performing Arts | Organization's Exempt Purpose | $500 |
| Sarah's Circle | Organization's Exempt Purpose | $362 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Hutchinson
- Carrie Hutchinson
Questions people ask
Does Belvedere Cares Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Belvedere Cares Foundation give?
$651,549 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Belvedere Cares Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas Hutchinson (Director) and Carrie Hutchinson (Director).
What does Belvedere Cares Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.