Draper and Kramer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Draper and Kramer Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $39,620 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $1,495 and the largest $4,085. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$39,620
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$1,495
- Largest grant$4,085
- Assets$0
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was down from $46,747 the year before.
27% of its 2025 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 | $70,032 | 25 | $5,910 |
| 2024 | $46,747 | 24 | $1,500 |
| 2025 | $39,620 | 22 | $0 |
How to apply
Draper and Kramer 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 Draper and Kramer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 17 | $30,404 |
| California | 1 | $3,420 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,876 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,470 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $1,450 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Greater Chicago Food Depository | General | $4,085 |
| California Community Foundation | General | $3,420 |
| Toys for Tots | General | $3,415 |
| The Night Ministry | General | $1,970 |
| Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights | General | $1,725 |
| Chicago Refugee Coalition | General | $1,620 |
| Deborah's Place | General | $1,535 |
| Camp Out for Kids | General | $1,530 |
| Special Olympics | General | $1,515 |
| Chicago Public Library Foundation | General | $1,505 |
| Center on Halsted | General | $1,495 |
| Hope for the Day | General | $1,495 |
| Neighborhood Food Pantries | General | $1,478 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General | $1,470 |
| March of Dimes Foundation | General | $1,470 |
| Blessings in A Backpack Inc | General | $1,450 |
| Sudden Infant Death Services of Illinois | General | $1,436 |
| Midtown Educational Foundation | General | $1,436 |
| Refugee One | General | $1,420 |
| The Anti Cruelty Society | General | $1,411 |
| Chicago Parks Foundation | General | $1,378 |
| World Central Kitchen Inc | General | $1,361 |
Officers and trustees
- Todd A Bancroft
- James P Hayes
- Denise Schneider
- Jeffrey Richman
- Anthony Kramer
Questions people ask
Does Draper and Kramer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Draper and Kramer Foundation give?
$39,620 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $1,495.
Who runs Draper and Kramer Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Todd A Bancroft (President, Ceo & Director), James P Hayes (SVP, Cfo & Director), Denise Schneider (SVP & Treasurer) and Jeffrey Richman (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Draper and Kramer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, community development and human services.