Dunham Foundation
Accepts applications
Dunham Foundation is a private foundation in Aurora, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.4 million in 45 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $673,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.4 million
- Number of grants45
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$673,000
- Assets$114 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.3 million the year before.
58% 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 | $3.3 million | 39 | $105 million |
| 2024 | $3.4 million | 45 | $114 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Dunham Foundation 2112 W Galena Blvd Suite 8 466, Aurora, IL 60506 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (630) 844-2774, info@dunhamfoundation.org |
| What to submit | Dunham foundation accepts online applications that can be found at www.dunhamfoundation.org |
| Deadlines | 2 cycles if over $50,000 - february 1st and june 1st |
| Restrictions | REQUESTS THAT EXCEED $50,000 HAVE TWO ONLINE SUBMISSION DEADLINES EACH YEAR (FEBRUARY 1-CYCLE 1 AND JUNE 1-CYCLE 2)GRANT REQUESTS THAT ARE $50,000 OR LESS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY AT ANY TIME DURING THE CALENDAR YEAR.ANNUAL MAXIMUM AMOUNT OF GRANT IS ORDINARILY LIMITED TO $1 MILLION. The Foundation accepts grant requests from 501(c)(3) organizations that are involved in education and community development programs the building blocks that will, in founder John Dunhams words, make the world a more comfortable, safer place for mankind.The Dunham Foundation is committed to providing positive, multi-generational support to all individuals and families in our service area. We believe that this support lays the groundwork for successful generations to come and builds an infrastructure for a community where all can thrive. The Dunham Foundation invests in Education, Economic Growth and Community.The Foundation also gives preference to organizations located within the broad Aurora, Illinois co |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Dunham Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 45 | $3.4 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Wong Foundation | Program support | $673,000 |
| Community Foundation of Fox River V | Program support | $545,675 |
| Quad County Urban League | Program support | $350,000 |
| Paramount Arts Centre | Program support | $250,000 |
| LCFS of Illinois | Program support | $226,000 |
| Wayside Cross Ministries | Program support | $210,000 |
| Forefront | Program support | $208,068 |
| Women's Business Development Center | Program support | $150,000 |
| Aurora Interfaith Food Pantry | Program support | $100,000 |
| Dominican Literacy Center | Program support | $100,000 |
| Aurora University | Program support | $100,000 |
| Mutual Ground | Program support | $75,000 |
| Batavia Foundation for Education Ex | Program support | $70,000 |
| Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry Inc | Program support | $60,000 |
| Musicians Enduring Legacy Organizat | Program support | $50,000 |
| Science Technology Interactive Cent | Program support | $25,200 |
| Fox Valley Food For Health | Program support | $25,000 |
| Mount Carmel High School | Program support | $25,000 |
| Agape Connection Inc | Program support | $20,000 |
| Association for Individual Developm | Program support | $15,000 |
| Illinois Bar Foundation | Program support | $15,000 |
| Messenger Public Library North Auro | Program support | $12,000 |
| TriCity Family Services | Program support | $10,000 |
| Aurora East Educational Foundation | Program support | $10,000 |
| Diamond Youth Foundation | Program support | $10,000 |
| The Joshua Tree Community | Program support | $10,000 |
| CASA Kane County | Program support | $5,000 |
| Fox Valley Park Foundation | Program support | $5,000 |
| Suicide Prevention Services | Program support | $5,000 |
| Aurora Regional Fire Museum | Program support | $5,000 |
| Community Support Services | Program support | $5,000 |
| Pigment International Foundation | Program support | $5,000 |
| ESSE Adult Day Services | Program support | $5,000 |
| Simply Destinee | Program support | $5,000 |
| Alive Center | Program support | $5,000 |
| Dvsa Communities | Program support | $5,000 |
| Sq Society 57 | Program support | $5,000 |
| Sarah's Smile of Illinois | Program support | $3,500 |
| The Neighbor Project | Program support | $2,500 |
| Fox Valley Folklore Society | Program support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Stewart Beach
- Theodia Gillespie
- Robert Vaughan
- Ryan Maley
- Michael Morcos
- Mark Truemper
- Michele Bruno
- Vicki Morcos
Questions people ask
Does Dunham Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: 2 cycles if over $50,000 - february 1st and june 1st.
How much does Dunham Foundation give?
$3.4 million in tax year 2024, across 45 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Dunham Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stewart Beach (Director), Theodia Gillespie (Treas/Vice Chr), Robert Vaughan (Chairman) and Ryan Maley (Secretary) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Dunham Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and arts and culture.