Shirlie & Owen Siegel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shirlie & Owen Siegel Foundation is a private foundation in Evanston, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $133,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $4,250 and the largest $32,000. 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$133,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$4,250
- Largest grant$32,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $101,250 the year before.
11% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $101,250 | 16 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $133,000 | 18 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Shirlie & Owen Siegel 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 Shirlie & Owen Siegel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 16 | $88,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $32,000 |
| New York | 1 | $13,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Pittsburgh | General charitable purpose | $32,000 |
| Salvation Army | General charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General charitable purpose | $13,000 |
| Feeding America | General charitable purpose | $13,000 |
| Habitat Chicago | General charitable purpose | $13,000 |
| All Stars Project | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Olive Branch Mission | General charitable purpose | $6,500 |
| Community Empowerment | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | General charitable purpose | $4,500 |
| Connections for the Homeless | General charitable purpose | $4,000 |
| Housing Opportunities for Women | General charitable purpose | $1,500 |
| Community for Affordable Housing | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Learning Bridge | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Vineyard Christian Church Food Pantry | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Youth Center of Evanston | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Evans Scholars | General charitable purpose | $250 |
| Free Spirit Media | General charitable purpose | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott Siegel
- Jeffrey Siegel
- Bob Hercules
Questions people ask
Does Shirlie & Owen Siegel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shirlie & Owen Siegel Foundation give?
$133,000 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $4,250.
Who runs Shirlie & Owen Siegel Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Scott Siegel (Director), Jeffrey Siegel (Director) and Bob Hercules (Director).
What does Shirlie & Owen Siegel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and faith communities.