HCD Foundation
Preselected recipients only
HCD Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $692,960 in 144 grants; the typical grant was $2,275 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$692,960
- Number of grants144
- Typical grant$2,275
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$19.9 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $789,900 the year before.
100% 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 | $789,900 | 1 | $17.1 million |
| 2024 | $692,960 | 144 | $19.9 million |
How to apply
HCD 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 HCD Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 29 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 44 | $214,625 |
| District of Columbia | 25 | $126,600 |
| New York | 12 | $80,314 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $59,500 |
| Virginia | 6 | $47,750 |
| Georgia | 7 | $46,800 |
| Maryland | 3 | $16,350 |
| California | 10 | $16,288 |
| Texas | 4 | $14,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $12,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Haitian Health Foundation | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Techno Serve | General purposes | $35,000 |
| Alzheimer Association | General purposes | $31,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | General purposes | $27,500 |
| Finca International | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Map International | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Shedd Aquarium | General purposes | $25,000 |
| United Way of Metro Chicago | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Population Connection | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General purposes | $17,500 |
| Catholic Relief Services | General purposes | $15,000 |
| Smile Train | General purposes | $13,000 |
| Amnesty International USA | General purposes | $12,500 |
| Mercy Corporation | General purposes | $12,500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General purposes | $11,880 |
| Feeding America | General purposes | $10,500 |
| Catholic Medical Mission Board | General purposes | $10,250 |
| Care USA | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Heifer Foundation | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Wilderness Society | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | General purposes | $8,500 |
| Defenders of Wildlife | General purposes | $7,725 |
| Brennan Center for Justice | General purposes | $7,500 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General purposes | $7,500 |
| Mercy Ships | General purposes | $6,500 |
| Americares - Disaster Relief & Global Health Organization | General purposes | $6,000 |
| Covenant World Relief Development | General purposes | $6,000 |
| Student Conservation Association | General purposes | $6,000 |
| Jane Goodall Institute | General purposes | $5,400 |
| Save the Redwoods League | General purposes | $5,163 |
| Nature Conservancy | General purposes | $5,150 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | General purposes | $5,134 |
| Carter Center | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Partners in Health | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Project Hope | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Public Citizen | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Reading Is Fundamental | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics - Illinois | General purposes | $5,000 |
| The Fuller Center for Housing | General purposes | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey L Dennis
- Timothy G Carroll
Questions people ask
Does HCD Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does HCD Foundation give?
$692,960 in tax year 2024, across 144 grants, with a typical grant of $2,275.
Who runs HCD Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeffrey L Dennis (Trustee) and Timothy G Carroll (Trustee).
What does HCD Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, health and human services.