Joan and Norman Chapman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joan and Norman Chapman Foundation is a private foundation in Bannockburn, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $608,866 in 54 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $68,333. 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$608,866
- Number of grants54
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$68,333
- Assets$12.0 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $551,844 the year before.
56% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $457,766 | 36 | $10.2 million |
| 2023 | $551,844 | 41 | $11.8 million |
| 2024 | $608,866 | 54 | $12.0 million |
How to apply
Joan and Norman Chapman 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 Joan and Norman Chapman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 19 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 28 | $250,250 |
| California | 2 | $73,333 |
| Nevada | 3 | $58,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $38,083 |
| Texas | 2 | $35,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $22,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $13,500 |
| Indiana | 2 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 2 | $9,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | General purpose | $68,333 |
| Am Shalom | General purpose | $51,700 |
| Keep Memory Alive | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Itec | General purpose | $38,083 |
| Make-A-Wish Illinois | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Jewish United Fund | General purpose | $25,000 |
| McLane Children's Hospital | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Serenity Foundation | General purpose | $22,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | General purpose | $17,500 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | General purpose | $17,000 |
| The Selfhelp Home | General purpose | $12,500 |
| Gridiron Greats Assistance Funds | General purpose | $12,000 |
| Baylor Scott & White Central Texas Foundation | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Juf Response for Teens | General purpose | $10,000 |
| LTZ Foundation | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Forbatten Foundation | General purpose | $8,000 |
| Maccabi USA | General purpose | $8,000 |
| Omni | General purpose | $7,500 |
| University of Notre Dame | General purpose | $7,500 |
| For Autistic Kids | General purpose | $6,050 |
| American Heart Association | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Assistance League Las Vegas | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Big Shoulders Fund Sgo | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Boston's Children's Hospital | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Camp One Step | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Chicago Theatre Group Inc | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Gilda's Club Chicago | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Glenbrook South High School | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Jauron Family Foundation | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Misericordia Heart of Mercy | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Naamat USA | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Northwestern University | General purpose | $5,000 |
| NWC Foundation | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Shore Community Services | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Vibrant Emotional Health | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Heart Brothers Foundation | General purpose | $3,500 |
| Paws Las Vegas | General purpose | $3,500 |
| ALS Association | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Marco Niketic Foundation | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Project Purple | General purpose | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steve Kolber
- Austin Hirsch
- Mel Justak
Questions people ask
Does Joan and Norman Chapman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joan and Norman Chapman Foundation give?
$608,866 in tax year 2024, across 54 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Joan and Norman Chapman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steve Kolber (Director/President), Austin Hirsch (Director/Treas/Secretary) and Mel Justak (Officer Director).
What does Joan and Norman Chapman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.