Celia M Howard Fellowship Fund
Accepts applications
Celia M Howard Fellowship Fund is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $70,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$70,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.0 million
Giving in 2025 was up from $55,000 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $50,000 | 4 | $0 |
| 2024 | $55,000 | 5 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $70,000 | 7 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Celia M Howard Fellowship 10030 S Oakley, Chicago, IL 60643 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (773) 238-5212 |
| What to submit | Must complete application and submit transcript. May also be required to interview. |
| Deadlines | November 15 each year |
| Restrictions | Must be pursuing a law degree |
What Celia M Howard Fellowship Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $45,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $25,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $15,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda Johnson
- Patricia McNicholas
- Barbara Yong
- Fayrene Wright
Questions people ask
Does Celia M Howard Fellowship Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: November 15 each year.
How much does Celia M Howard Fellowship Fund give?
$70,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Celia M Howard Fellowship Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Linda Johnson (Trustee), Patricia McNicholas (Trustee), Barbara Yong (Trustee) and Fayrene Wright (Chairperson).
What does Celia M Howard Fellowship Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.