Clow Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Clow Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $379,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $199,000. 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$379,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$199,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $314,000 the year before.
67% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $314,000 | 9 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $379,000 | 9 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
Clow Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $289,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $40,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $30,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aurora University | Restricted | $199,000 |
| Grindstone Ministries | Restricted | $40,000 |
| Orchard Village | Restricted | $30,000 |
| Whispering Meadows Ranch | Restricted | $30,000 |
| Dogs for Better Lives | Restricted | $20,000 |
| Northshore Foundation | Restricted | $20,000 |
| Bradley Yusim Foundation | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Batavia VFW | Restricted | $10,000 |
| Mooseheart | Restricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Herbert B Rosenberg
- Diane L Nickolson
- Mary Totz
Questions people ask
Does Clow Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Clow Family Foundation give?
$379,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Clow Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Herbert B Rosenberg (President & Director), Diane L Nickolson (Secretary , Treasurer& Director) and Mary Totz (Vice President & Director).