Illinois Broadcasters Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Illinois Broadcasters Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Springfield, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $77,700 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$77,700
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$5,592
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $95,000 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $95,000 | 3 | $10,945 |
| 2024 | $77,700 | 3 | $5,592 |
How to apply
| Contact | Drew Horowitz 2501 Chatham Road Ste 200, Springfield, IL 62704 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (217) 793-2636 |
What Illinois Broadcasters Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $2,700 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Broadcasters Foundation of America | Support Broadcasters in need through the Angel Initiative | $25,000 |
| DePaul University | Support the Conference Services Program | $1,500 |
| Illinois Broadcasters Asc MIP | Support the Capitol News Illinois Program and Camp Broadcast Program. | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- John Gehron
- Drew Horowitz
- Marilyn Kushak
- Bud Walters
- Dennis Lyle
- Sarah Shellhammer
- Jerry Schnacke
- Steve Wheeler
- Dana Withers
- Marty Wilke
- Carlos Fernandez
Questions people ask
Does Illinois Broadcasters Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Illinois Broadcasters Foundation Inc give?
$77,700 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Illinois Broadcasters Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John Gehron (Chairman of the Board), Drew Horowitz (Secretary / Treasurer), Marilyn Kushak (Trustee) and Bud Walters (Trustee) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Illinois Broadcasters Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.