Calico Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Calico Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $195,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$195,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$130,418
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $196,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $196,000 | 6 | $326,775 |
| 2024 | $195,000 | 6 | $130,418 |
How to apply
Calico 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 Calico Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $140,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | To end hunger for food in the chicagoland area | $50,000 |
| Open Books LTD | To transform lives through reading, writing, and the giving power of books | $50,000 |
| Williamson Medical Center Foundation | To improve the quality of patient care all locations | $50,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | To increase the number of infants and children who have access to high quality physical, emotional, social and intellectual experiences. | $30,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | To end hunger for food in the chicagoland area | $10,000 |
| Kid Power Inc | To strengthen the voice of local children | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laura Mishkin
- Paul Mishkin
- David Mishkin
- Elyse Pirri
- Michael Mishkin
Questions people ask
Does Calico Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Calico Foundation give?
$195,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Calico Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Laura Mishkin (President), Paul Mishkin (Treasurer), David Mishkin (Vice President) and Elyse Pirri (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Calico Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger and youth programs.